Went in Boots earlier this afternoon and wasn’t able to pay with my card. It was cash only, so I had to leave the shop and go elsewhere. Chip and pin not working in all Boots stores today, so I understand.
Martine Guy ● 44d4 Comments
Nationwide too had problems. Why so many?
Philippa Bond ● 42d
Ah yes it was McDonalds and I'm not sure that I knew about Tescos. I've had problems at Sainsbury's in the past when the tills stopped working. I used to always think it was me and I hadn't paid a bill or somebody else was using my card which was stressful - but it wasn't and luckily I've always had a little cash unlike some of the younger generation.
We shouldn't forget McDonalds and Tescos; interestingly I didn't see a statement from Boots, but Nationwide apologised for a payments system problem yesterday.
Michael Ixer ● 42d
In the last few days it seems IT problems have hit Sainsbury's, Greggs and I think somewhere else as well. A good reason to also carry some cash or that quick visit to a shop for something could be a waste of precious time!