I championed card surcharge ban. It’s good for consumers and business

Politics Federal Credit cards Opinion I championed card surcharge ban. It’s good for consumers and business On October 1, Australia took a decisive step towards sovereign, fairer and free digital payments by ending hidden rorts, entrenched interests, and a stranglehold by multinational giants.

Jerome Laxale Labor MP The recent ban on payment surcharges is good for consumers and good for business. It brings Australia in line with many other jurisdictions and also sets us on the path towards fee-free digital payments. I say that not just as the government MP who championed surcharge reform, but as someone who has run a small family business.

Subscribe to gift this article Gift articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe. Subscribe now Already a subscriber? Latest In Federal Fetching latest articles Most Viewed In Politics