As cheque usage falls, payments industry publishes important security reminders for anyone writing or receiving cheques
- On average we only write 14 cheques per year and receive five, compared with 28 and seven just five years ago.
- New consumer advice guide – Advice When Writing and Receiving Cheques – published by Cheque and Credit Clearing Company
In response to the fact that we are using cheques less often than ever before, the Cheque and Credit Clearing Company has today published a reminder guide to help people avoid common pitfalls and safeguard themselves from fraud when writing and receiving cheques.