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Submission - Acceptance of Cash Payments Review - James Currier - 05 July 2024

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To the Economic and International Affairs Scrutiny Panel,

I am writing to give a few of my reasons why I vehemently demand the continued use of cash. Please read below:

  1. We still want the ability to buy and sell second hand goods from other individuals
  2. I like to make cash donations in person to hungry or perhaps homeless people so they can instantly buy food and drink
  3. I want to be able to give my children cash pocket money particularly as it gives them the value of money and helps them learning to count

4 . I want to be able to give cash in birthday cards as gifts

  1. A cashless society would mean no more tooth fairy of or piggy banks
  2. We all have the inalienable right to privacy and we can only have that using cash
  3. I can make immediate transactions if necessary
  4. I don't want any price increases from retail outlets that are asked to pay for card processing machines
  5. Cash is much easier if budgeting
  6. Cash is universally accepted and no need for inconsistent or potentially failing technology and electronic infrastructure
  7. Using cash is a simple way of transacting
  8. Cash eliminates the risk of identity theft or data leaks which has recently been a problem in Jersey
  9. I prefer using cash as it has been part of my culture and traditions for centuries
  10. Cash is legal tender and it is our right to use cash when we want
  11. I do not want CBDC's as this will be traceable, can be restricted, another entity will have control over my sweat money and even accidental restrictions could cause problems
  12. Data is the most valuable currency these days and I don't want my personal data getting into the wrong hands

These reasons are to name but a few. Please feel free to contact me if you require any more information or opinions

Regards James Currier