Apacs offers advice on cash machine safety
Published On 29 January 2007
Apacs, the UK payments association, has offered some fresh advice on best practice when withdrawing cash in light of the recent increases in theft.The last quarter of 2006 saw such crimes increase by 14 per cent, according to a recent British Crime Survey – a figure which could be lowered if consumers followed a few simple steps, says Apacs.
Among the simple steps consumers can take are the shredding and disposal of all cash receipts plus an awareness of who may be looking at your details.
Apacs also pointed to a variety of new initiatives being trialled around the UK to help consumers maintain their privacy when withdrawing cash.
Sandra Quinn, Apacs director of communications, said: "While a zoned area around a cash machine may not seem like much of a deterrent, the research speaks volumes.
"In the same way that we are trying to raise consumer awareness with tips on how to minimise your chances of becoming a victim, these marked-out areas are a visual reminder to the cash machine user to be vigilant and a clear sign for others to respect the privacy of the person in the space."
