Tuesday, January 16, 2007

The (B)ankers at the Royal Bank of Scotland.

I have always trusted Banks.
Over the years,I have sometimes handed over more money than I actually wanted to pay in.The cashiers have always pointed out my mistake,bless them.
Just after Christmas,I had cause to pay some money into the Royal Bank of Scotland via a paying-in book.
The young man took the book,checked the details and counted the money.Something felt strange and I counted along with him.I had given him £5 too much.
I said my apologies and told him of my error.
"No.No mistake",the cashier replied. He even counted it again for me."All correct".
Luckily,the paying-in book showed only one £5 to be paid.I had given him two.
Without a word,he handed me the £5 back.
I was dismayed.It was obvious he knew and was trying it on.Twat !
My thought was-how many people like me have been conned ? I never get my money out till I get to the cashier and then fumble quickly because of the queues. I see older people struggle too.
Now,I no longer trust Banks,especially this particular Royal Bank of Scotland.