Westpac NZ launches initiatives to improve banking access for the disabled, a quarter of the population.

Westpac NZ, after a commissioned report, is addressing difficulties disabled New Zealanders face in accessing banking services. Nearly one in four New Zealanders has a disability, and the report highlights barriers including identification processes, limited choices, and complex legal requirements. Westpac is introducing new initiatives like partnering with the Hidden Sunflower Programme, financial education workshops, and accessible payment methods, aiming to improve banking accessibility for disabled individuals.

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