As Jamaica gears up for the festive Christmas season, Julian Robinson, the Opposition Spokesman on Finance, is asking upon monetary establishments to take quick motion to ensure the correct functioning and money provide of their Automated Banking Machines (ABMs).
Robinson’s issues stem from the rising variety of complaints he has obtained from annoyed clients struggling to find a practical ABM.
Rising frustration amongst clients
Robinson acknowledges the detrimental influence of crime and vandalism on the supply of ATMs within the nation.
Nonetheless, he asserts that the present stage of service availability is, in his phrases, “merely unacceptable.”
He emphasizes that banks actively encourage clients to make the most of non-brand channels, making it crucial that their ATMs stay absolutely operational.
Demand for regulatory oversight
Along with urging monetary establishments to take duty for his or her ABMs, Robinson has known as upon the Financial institution of Jamaica to meet its oversight position within the monetary sector.
He insists that the central financial institution ought to make sure that banks “keep a minimal service stage commonplace.”
