HKMA welcomes the introduction of cash withdrawal service by the elderly without the need to make purchases by Hongkong Post
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The Hongkong Post announced today (February 6) that it will launch an EPS cash withdrawal service without purchases for elderly in seven selected post offices, mainly on outlying islands and in the New Territories, by phases starting from April.
The Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), Mr Norman Chan, said, "The HKMA welcomes the introduction of a new initiative by Hongkong Post to allow cash withdrawal by the elderly at post offices via EPS service without the need to make purchases. This initiative enhances the accessibility of cash withdrawal service to the elderly in remote areas."
Ends/Tuesday, February 6, 2018
Issued at HKT 19:25
Issued at HKT 19:25
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