Tory think-tank the Bow Group has warned of “likely” post office closures because of the industry shake-up.
The think-tank said both the part-privatisation of the Post Office and now the full privatisation of the Royal Mail are likely to “damage communities”. The Post Office plans to turn almost one fifth of 372 flagship crown branches into smaller franchised outlets in supermarkets and newsagents. The government will begin the sale of Royal Mail next month. The Post Office denies claims the franchise plans will lead to closures.
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