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Debate heats up over bank card surcharge ban
Original: ## Bankcards Surcharge Beatups Everything regarding the ban on # CardSurcharges can be simply understood by asking one s
Discussion in Australia over a ban on card surcharges is drawing strong opinions, with critics arguing the real issue is who profits from card transaction fees. Many point directly at banks, saying they benefit from the charges attached to card use and that a surcharge ban alone will not fix the underlying costs. Supporters of the ban say it protects consumers from paying extra at checkout.
Why now: A proposed or newly discussed ban on card surcharges in Australia has prompted public debate about bank fees.
Evidence
- ## Bankcards Surcharge Beatups Everything regarding the ban on # CardSurcharges can be simply understood by asking one simple question: “Who *profits* from such bankcard use and the charges it attract s?” There you go… **BANKS**. That’s it. All issues and underlying problems… · RaymondPierreL3@aus.social · 16
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