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Choosing a Card Machine

Understand the different machines, providers and payment options available before you make a decision.

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Best card machine for a café in the UK (2026)

In short: the right card machine for a UK café comes down to how you serve (counter or table), how fast you need the money to land, and how flexible your contract is, not which device has the shiniest screen. If your staff take card tips in England, Scotland or Wales, there is also a […]

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Best card machine for tradespeople UK (2026): what actually matters on the job

Best card machine for tradespeople UK (2026): what actually matters on the job Written by Zoe Bordiuk Independent Payment Consultant Honest, independent card payment advice for UK small businesses In short: Most guides tell tradespeople to pick the card machine with the lowest advertised rate. Th

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Do I have to accept card payments in the UK?

Written by Zoe Bordiuk Independent Payment Consultant Honest, independent card payment guidance for UK small businesses • Last updated: 23/06/2026 In short: the direct answer No UK law requires your business to accept card payments. You can legally trade cash-only, card-only, or both. But the practical

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