News / No more PO closures
NO RURAL post offices will close for the next decade, according to northern isles MP Alistair Carmichael.
The MP said a new 10 year service deal between the Royal Mail and the Post Office will guarantee the current network with no closure programmes.
“The closure programmes introduced under Labour had a hugely damaging effect in places like the northern isles where for older people in particular, the local post office can be a real lifeline,” Mr Carmichael said.
“The measures that the government have taken are designed to secure the universal service and will protect the future of the network. The deal announced today puts the future of the network beyond doubt and will allow sub-postmasters to invest in their businesses with confidence.
“Ministers have made clear that they are committed to supporting postal services in more rural areas. There will be no more closures under this government.”
Become a supporter of Shetland News
Shetland News is asking its many readers to consider start paying for their dose of the latest local news delivered straight to their PC, tablet or mobile phone.
Journalism comes at a price and because that price is not being paid in today’s rapidly changing media world, most publishers - national and local - struggle financially despite very healthy audience figures.
Most online publishers have started charging for access to their websites, others have chosen a different route. Shetland News currently has over 600 supporters who are all making small voluntary financial contributions. All funds go towards covering our cost and improving the service further.
Your contribution will ensure Shetland News can: -
- Bring you the headlines as they happen;
- Stay editorially independent;
- Give a voice to the community;
- Grow site traffic further;
- Research and publish more in-depth news, including more Shetland Lives features.
If you appreciate what we do and feel strongly about impartial local journalism, then please become a supporter of Shetland News by either making a single payment or monthly subscription.
Support us from as little as £3 per month – it only takes a minute to sign up. Thank you.