AIB has introduced a voluntary block feature for debt and credit card transactions that are linked to gambling.
Customers can request to have a block placed on their personal and business cards for transactions that are identified as related to gambling.
“We understand that when gambling becomes harmful it can affect not just the person involved, but their families and friends too.
“It can damage relationships, finances, employment, and mental health,” said Geraldine Casey, managing director for retail banking at AIB.
“The financial services industry has a role to play in supporting customers as they combat any gambling difficulties they may have, and it’s important AIB does what we can to help them stop the harm….
