Following the successful news last week that the campaign for a Banking Hub in Pembroke Dock had been approved, Samuel Kurtz MS and other community representatives has met with Cash Access UK Regional Manager, Debbie Crow this week to discuss the next steps in delivering the service.

The Banking Hub will help protect access to essential banking services for residents, businesses and community groups across Pembroke Dock and the wider South Pembrokeshire area with the plan to launch the hub within a 12 week window.

Banking Hubs provide a shared space where customers can carry out everyday transactions such as cash withdrawals and deposits, alongside face-to-face support from individual banks on designated days.

Samuel Kurtz has been working with LINK, local businesses and community representatives to make the case for maintaining access to banking services in South Pembrokeshire following the closure of the last bank branch in Pembroke Dock.

Discussions during the meeting focused on the progress being made to deliver the hub, including identifying a suitable location and ensuring the service meets the needs of local residents and businesses that rely heavily on cash.

Following a large number of enquiries from residents and businesses about the plans, Samuel Kurtz will also be holding a series of drop-in sessions in both Pembroke and Pembroke Dock to provide updates and answer questions about the Banking Hub project.

Speaking after the meeting, Mr Kurtz said: “Last week’s news that the campaign for a Banking Hub in Pembroke Dock had been successful was incredibly welcome for our community.”

“Access to cash and face-to-face banking services remains vital for many residents, charities and local businesses across the area. I have already been inundated with questions from people wanting to know what happens next.”

“That’s why I will be holding drop-in sessions in both Pembroke and Pembroke Dock so residents and businesses can come along, ask questions and hear the latest updates on the progress being made.”

“I was pleased to meet with Cash Access UK’s Regional Manager to discuss the next steps, and I will continue working closely with local stakeholders to help ensure the hub is delivered as quickly as possible.”

Further details about the drop-in sessions will be shared shortly.