Closed petition: Ban business from not accepting cash payments

Closed on 12 February 2026

Protect people who may not have a bank account from not being able to purchase items via cash

Ban businesses only accepting card transactions

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12 February 2026

Petition closed
12 August 2025

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This petition will stay open until 12 February 2026.