Postmasters call on public in Kilkenny to use their local post office

Postmasters have called on the public to use their local Post Office, to sustain local services which support communities and businesses.

Irish Postmasters’ Union (IPU) General Secretary Tony Howard said members of the public have a central role to play in keeping their local Post Office open – ‘by using it’.

“The Post Office Network has been evolving year on year and offers comprehensive banking services, including a full a current account. An advantage of the Post Office is that these services can be accessed in person in almost 900 locations – the largest retail network in the country.

“Our Network is playing the leading role in keeping financial services available locally, following the withdrawal of other banks. Post Offices also offer collection of social welfare, payment of utility bills, parcel services, State savings and licence renewal.”

“Furthermore, we know that cash withdrawn at the Post Office has a significant multiplier effect for other shops and services within the community. By deciding to value and use the local Post Office, people influence the future and keep services available for everybody, and importantly for those who are not online,” Mr Howard said.