MHKs call for switching-off of benefit payment service to be delayed
The treasury minister says it wouldn't be possible to delay the switching-off of MiCards.
The service - which allows people to collect their benefits or pensions in cash - is due to be discontinued from 31 December.
A number of backbenchers have highlighted concerns for those who aren't able to access a bank account.
But Alex Allinson MHK explains why continuing them isn't as easy as it seems:
Calls for delay
Onchan MHK Rob Callister says the timing of the switch-off, during the Christmas holiday period, could leave MiCard users without bank accounts with nowhere to turn:
Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Tim Glover says the more than 700 people this will affect 'do not know what the future holds':
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