Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says scrapping the cash benefits payments system will save money paid to the Post Office but cost government more in bank charges.
In the House of Keys today he faced questions about the end of the MiCard scheme which is used by 3,000 people.
From the end of December next year, they'll need a bank account to receive benefits payments.
But he told MHKs the Treasury had spoken to banks about worries people can't open accounts:
US visitors need "increased caution" visiting Island, says State Department
American travellers to the Island are being warned to be careful amid the war with Iran.
Warning over Port Erin Beach work
Port Erin Commissioners are asking people to stay away from part of the town's beach this weekend.
Last bus strike of March continues today
Bus Vannin says it plans to run 59 bus services today.
Weather threatens four ferry crossings, cancels two
Two sailings today have been cancelled - and the Steam Packet company says another four are at risk this weekend.
Part of Glencrutchery Road shut for water work
One of the capital's key roads is partly shutting for three days.
Will new NHS safety rule be brought in here?
Will a new NHS policy meant to make GPs reconsider their diagnoses be introduced here?
MHK has urgent question about Steam Packet fuel charges
An MHK has put forward an urgent question about the Steam Packet's fuel charges for the House of Keys next week.
Future of TT course restaurant to be decided
A well-known former restaurant on the TT course will find out its fate next week.
