Click here to search commentonline

Post Office Cull: MSP's Reaction

North Tayside MSP John Swinney has commented on the proposed Post Office closures and service reductions in his constituency, which includes large areas of rural Angus and Perthshire. He said: “I am pleased that Highland Perthshire’s postal services are earmarked for retention in the Post Office’s consultation document. Extensive local pressure from concerned community members has clearly paid off in this instance. 

“Kinrossie’s proposed closure will be a sore disappointment to local residents, however.

“It is most disappointing to see that in Kirriemuir, Lintrathen and Forfar there are closures proposed.  These closures will certainly impact upon the communities which they currently cater for, and I would urge people to come forward and respond to these proposals.

“Reduced services and complete closures in East Perthshire and Angus will undoubtedly be felt hard by local communities.  I will be monitoring the situation to ensure that my constituents do not lose out as a result of these proposed closures, and I will vigorously support the campaign to preserve our post offices in those areas which will feel the pinch the most.”