People’s Bank offers Payment Acceptance Solution for Ministry of Justice
In a groundbreaking move towards modernisation and convenience, Peoples Bank has announced the successful implementation of a cutting-edge payment acceptance solution for the Ministry of Justice. This transformative initiative allows the public to pay fines imposed by courts seamlessly through digital payment methods such as Credit Cards and Debit Cards, the bank said in a media release.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that solidified this innovative collaboration was signed on November 30 during a ceremony held at the Ministry premises. The signatories were the Secretary to the Ministry Ms. Wasantha Perera, and the CEO/GM of People’s Bank Clive Fonseka. The event was attended by the Minister of Justice, Prisons Affairs and Constitutional Reforms Dr. Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe PC, the State Minister. Anuradha Jayarathne and People’s Bank Chairman Sujeewa Rajapakse (see picture).
Key features of the new payment solution:
Digital Convenience: Individuals can now settle their court fines instantly and conveniently without carrying cash, using popular digital payment methods such as Credit and Debit Cards.
Enhanced Transparency:
Secure Transactions: All transactions are highly secure, thus safeguarding sensitive financial information. Minister Dr. Rajapakshe, speaking at the event said, “We have ambitious plans to leverage on the latest technology to offer maximum convenience to the public when they interact with the judicial system. This collaboration with People’s Bank is a testament to that commitment and we have several similar ini
The new system ensures transparency throughout the payment acceptance process.
Efficiency: By leveraging digital channels, the payment solution significantly reduces the processing time for fine payments, contributing to a more efficient justice system. tiatives that we hope to implement soon. We are also planning to introduce a redesigned space in courts to offer greater comfort to witnesses.”
People’s Bank Chairman Mr. Rajapakse said, “Government institutions adopting the latest technology such as these have enabled citizens to experience a higher level of convenience when interacting with government services. The availability of payment options has led to shorter queues at physical payment centres, reducing wait times and enhancing overall service satisfaction.”
Commenting on the bank’s role in introducing this value addition, People’s Bank CEO/ GM Mr. Fonseka said, “By leveraging its expertise in financial technology, the bank has joined forces with multiple government entities to establish fast, secure, and user- friendly payment acceptance systems.”
By leveraging digital channels, the payment solution significantly reduces the processing time for fine payments, contributing to a more efficient justice system