I went into a shop the other day with 50 quid in my hand, ready to buy something from them.I got a parking ticket and it was lucky I had a check in my wallet because the town halls around here don't take plastic; we need checks for our taxes as well.
I went into a shop the other day with 50 quid in my hand, ready to buy something from them.
The sign said 'we are a cashless shop'.
I walked out again and spent (more) on a similar thing elsewhere.
I applaud any business that goes cashless. It's MUCH safer for employees. I'm also suspicious of businesses who are cash only or give large discounts for cash, since that means they may not be paying proper taxes.
Good for you.
And, I hope you told the owner/manager why your money went to their competitor ... and also told their competitor why they did get your money, in case they're considering going cashless too.
Even if cashless is inevitible I won't go down without a fight, which may delay doomsday a bit.
... I was trying to get a mobile communications device and SIM card for occasional use.
I use online payment for prop taxe
Sorry, but I have no idea what this is, or what it has to do with going cashless.
Is a mobile communications device just a smartphone, or any cellphone, or some other thing(s)?
Next, I know what a SIM card is, it stores data.
My Nikon uses one, but what does a SIM card have to do with going cashless?
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Huh? How is trying to make ONE aspect of many employees lives safer disregarding safety of others? Shitty strawman argument.Of course I care about employee safety but many jobs you and I benefit from present higher risk to employees than cash does to retail cashiers.
Here's the top 5 you should stop using and benefiting from before retail businesses that have gone cashless.
#1 Logger is the most dangerous job, but good luck eliminating wood from your life It's everywhere.
#2 Fishers - I'm not giving up fish and other seafood.
#3 Aircraft pilots and aircraft engineers - I don't fly any more, but for green reasons, not because it kills pilots. Have you stopped flying to save pilots' lives?
#4 Roofers - I like having a good roof on my house. I guess I'm a selfish jerk. Did you install your own roof?
#5 Trash collectors - I guess I should just let it build up in my backyard.
Huh? How is trying to make ONE aspect of many employees lives safer disregarding safety of others? Shitty strawman argument.
I didn't say you were disregarding safety of anyone. I just praised a business for making a decision that benefits employee safety. I, personally, think it's great. You don't. Ok cool. Whats your catch phrase again? I feel it would fit great here!How am I, "disregarding safety of others" by pointing out that other jobs (the benefit of which we are not giving up) are more dangerous?
Again, protecting my privacy by using cash is very important and few understand what's happening today.
@voce Interesting points. IMO giving cash as a gift isn't very traditional or thoughtful, but everyone does like money LOL.
I haven't! But I did correct myself and apologize. In *my* culture, giving cash is looked at as thoughtless and rude, like you didn't care enough to go buy an actual gift. But it was my mistake to think everyone is from that culture! Obviously it is very common in many others.Apparently you’ve never had the good fortune to receive - or give - lucky money!
I haven't! But I did correct myself and apologize. In *my* culture, giving cash is looked at as thoughtless and rude, like you didn't care enough to go buy an actual gift. But it was my mistake to think everyone is from that culture! Obviously it is very common in many others.
TBH I still like getting it as a gift though. I have too much *stuff* already!
@OoohShiny You might like this link that is more UK specific https://www.acs.org.uk/sites/default/files/acs_crimereport2019_online_version.pdf
But basically yes, it is definitely an issue. In several cities in Canada (western at least), thieves are getting more violent and more brazen. In Winnipeg I can name more than 10 people who've been bear sprayed, threatened with machetes, guns pulled, etc. And that's only one major city facing these issues. I've heard people mention the drug/opiod epidemic as a possible cause, but either way, it is dangerous for employees working on the front line.
Cashless wouldn't solve everything, but it certainly makes the EMPLOYEE less of a target. Cashless is also safer for a business FROM its employees. No cash for employees to steal!