The UK government will now accept Apple and Google Pay for some services
The British government is now accepting Apple and Google Pay for some services (via iTV and Apple Insider). Citizens can use their phones to pay for four services at present, with more to receive the capability later this year. The effort is part of a trial service from the ministry.
from https://www.theverge.com/2019/5/5/18530052/uk-government-apple-google-pay-services-global-entry-registered-travel-trial
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