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Do banks pay for cash deliveries?
Yes, banks do pay for cash deliveries. Specialist security firms transport cash between the Bank of England, bank branches, and ATMs. This service incurs significant costs, which banks factor into their operational budgets. Wes Streeting's advice highlights how reliant we are on these systems, which could be disrupted during emergencies.
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