Advertisement

Should we still carry cash?

In today’s digital world, most people don’t even think to carry cash with them, because why b...

Share this article

15.57 12 Aug 2025


Should we still carry cash?


Listen to this episode


Share this article

15.57 12 Aug 2025


In today’s digital world, most people don’t even think to carry cash with them, because why bother if everywhere accepts contactless payments?

But actually, research shows that there are still times where cash comes in handy.

A study in the UK, found that 41% of people have been caught out by not having cash.

They said that they’ve needed cash when tipping at restaurants, paying for car parking or simply grabbing a trolley in a supermarket.

Joining Kieran to debate is Ian O’Doherty, Columnist with the Irish Independent and Aoife Rooney, Assistant Editor of Weekend Magazine with the Irish Independent.


Read more about

The Hard Shoulder

Related Episodes

Weasel words perhaps the annoy...

00:10:41

Weasel words perhaps the annoying linguistic habit you do!

The Claire Byrne Show

00:10:41


Hundreds of children could be...

00:15:36

Hundreds of children could be left without special school places

The Claire Byrne Show

00:15:36


Bond James Bond but who is in...

00:08:52

Bond James Bond but who is in running?

The Claire Byrne Show

00:08:52


How can we ease climate anxiet...

00:12:36

How can we ease climate anxiety among teens

The Claire Byrne Show

00:12:36