POST OFFICE CONSULTATIONS DURING RECESS

Early day motion 2043, tabled 15 July 2008 by Michael Clapham (Labour). Signed by 46 members.

That this House notes with great concern that around five and a half million people across the UK will be denied a voice in Parliament on Post Office closures because proposed closures will be announced during, or on the day of, the Parliamentary summer recess; recognises the vital service provided by local Post Office branches; believes that all constituents, not just some, should be able to have their concerns raised in the House; and urges Royal Mail to reconsider its timetable for announcements.

Signatures by party: Labour 34, Liberal Democrat 7, Independent 2, Conservative 1, DUP 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.