Thomas Pocklington Trust launch petition to make banking accessible
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Thomas Pocklington Trust have launched a petition to encourage the banking and finance industry, including regulators to implement better standards in accessible banking for blind and partially sighted people.
Despite the growing trend of online banking, many blind and partially sighted people (BPS) face significant barriers in accessing their personal finances independently.
We have highlighted the key issues and are calling on regulators and banks to make necessary changes. The main points include:
- BPS individuals face significant barriers in accessing personal finances.
- Key statistics: 70% of people in the UK bank online, but over half of BPS people are dissatisfied with their provider, and 22% need assistance to bank.
Main Problems:
- Banking hubs: Shared hubs limit face-to-face help, crucial for BPS individuals.
- Inaccessible digital services: Many banking apps and online services are not designed for BPS users.
- Call to action: Urge regulators and banks to design inclusive apps, retain easy-to-use services, and collaborate on a UK accessible banking standard.
- Positive example: Hyperjar is actively working to understand and address these challenges by collaborating with the Thomas Pocklington Trust.
Please sign the Make Banking Accessible petition to demand accessible banking for everyone.
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