Jessica Alves, known as the “Human Barbie Doll,” is accusing Barclays Bank of shutting down her account because she’s on OnlyFans.
A Shocking Closure
Alves says she received a letter from Barclays saying her account was closed. She went to the bank in London to find out why and was told it was because she’s considered a sex worker. Alves claims her income comes from things like property rentals, TV shows, and brand deals, and that her OnlyFans is just a way for fans to connect with her. She says there are some suggestive photos but no explicit content.
Bank’s Response
Barclays issued a statement saying they only close accounts after careful consideration and that they may do so if keeping the account open could break laws or regulations. They acknowledge that this can be difficult for customers.
A Bigger Issue
This situation highlights a growing problem with banks closing accounts of people in the adult industry. This issue has been gaining attention, especially after politician Nigel Farage had his bank accounts closed.
The Bigger Picture
A parliamentary committee recently reported that over 140,000 business accounts in the UK were shut down by major banks in a year. The Financial Conduct Authority is currently investigating whether these closures are legal and fair.
