Another consultation on cash announced

Staff Reporter
PayDay News
17 Jul, 2025
Cash has again become a hot topic this week with the Council of Financial Regulators and the ACCC releasing a consultation paper on cash distribution.
Another consultation on cash announced

Cash has again become a hot topic this week with the Council of Financial Regulators and the ACCC releasing a consultation paper on cash distribution.

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