Hey Mr Postman: Standing Up for Our Local Post Offices

Many of you have contacted me this week because the Post Office has published proposals to close three of our local post offices, moving services to other venues nearby. The offices affected are in Orford Road, Forest Road (near the Bell Corner) and on Chingford Road. These proposals are now open for consultation with local residents with a final decision being made by 2 April.

It's vital the Post Office hears from people who live near these sites about how they use these services and what they want before they make any final decisions. The Post Office is facing difficult times and all political parties agree something should be done. However I disagree with the Lib Dems that privatisation is the answer because some branches play a vital role in our local communities and that's why I believe they need continued public subsidy. We also need to ensure the Post Office stick to their commitment to providing our Crown Post Office in the centre of Walthamstow.

I'll be working with my colleague at the Greater London Authority Jennette Arnold to make sure the Post Office are aware of the views of people in Walthamstow on these changes so if you would like to help please do get in touch. You can comment on these proposals either by writing to National Consultation Team Post Office Ltd, FREEPOST CONSULTATION TEAM (no stamp is required) or using this form