Interesting development in Belgium, reported by Donald, that might well be a forerunner to similar actions elsewhere, as the real issues & costs associated with SEPA ( Single Euro Payments Area ) are flushed out.

The main issue is whether all brave and tough speeches by cartel-busters are merely gallery-play fr the public or a reflection of a serious determination to end interchange fees in Europe

Source: Linkdump on Payments: Belgians reconsider rolling out Maestro for domestic payments