Outreach Post Office services in villages Shropshire are being closed down as soon as this month.
The Post Office says changes are being made to the outreach services provided by the branch in Pontesbury because of 'low usage'.
"This change will take effect from Friday, May 31, 2024 for Shawbury and Wednesday June 5, 2024 for Hope." The letter adds that the Post Office"regrets to inform you that" the Outreach Post Services at Marton, Longden, Stiperstones and Wentnor, which is currently provided by the Postmaster at Pontesbury Post Office, will cease due to very low customer usage."We would like to apologise for the closure and for any inconvenience this may cause," it adds.
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