Payments Report 2021

3. The Riksbank's work and policy

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3. The Riksbank's work and policy

The position of cash as legal tender needs strengthening

The Riksbank considers that the position of cash as legal tender needs to be strengthened. Those who need to use cash to manage their finances should be able to continue doing so. Cash also plays an important role in times of crisis and elevated preparedness. But ensuring the possibility of using cash, requires quick political decisions.

Published: 3 November 2021

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