Sweden: how cash became more trouble than it's worth

As a report warns the UK's cash infrastructure could collapse, we look at the lessons from abroad After eight years living in Sweden, coins and notes barely feel like money any more. Last month, my daughter lost a front tooth. She was thrilled to find that the tooth fairy came - but showed no interest whatsoever in the 10 kronor (80p) that was left behind. This is not surprising, as she has rarely, if ever, seen my Swedish wife or I use a coin to buy anything. We're not alone. Last year, only ab...