Community bus service in Strathaven announces cashless move

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A vital community bus service, based in Strathaven, has announced customers will only accept card payments due to the lack of banking facilities in the town.Climate Action Strathaven (CAS) first launched its service in October 2022 after concerns of poor transport links isolating elderly community members and impacting student’s university commute.The 3C bus service has expanded to offer twice as many services between Strathaven, Stonehouse and Glasgow.

However, posting on social media, CAS stated: “From February 1, the 3C service will accept card payments only. This decision was taken by management due to the lack of banking facilities in the town.

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Please note that 10 journey tickets can still be purchased in the Eco Hub at 5 Green Street, Strathaven, using cash or card.“Climate Action Strathaven would never leave anyone stranded.”The charity’s decision split opinion on its Facebook with some bemoaning the cashless move.One poster said: “The customer should have their choice of payment not being dictated as to how they pay !“It’s all moving towards a cashless society.”However, messages of support included one woman who said: “People are still able to pay cash at the hub which is just a few minutes walk away.“I honestly don’t