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Potential closure of Oswestry Crown Post Office

UNKNOWN_Potential_closure_of_Oswestry_Crown_Post_O - 21 May 2025

Presentations: 1
Presenters: 1
Economy Transport

At a Glance

This petition concerning potential closure of oswestry crown post office was presented to Parliament once by 1 MP.

Issue Summary

The petitioners are concerned about the potential closure of Oswestry Crown Post Office, which they argue would deprive residents, especially elderly people and small businesses, of essential postal and banking services in a constituency with limited public transport options.

Action Requested

The House of Commons is asked to urge the Government to take immediate action to guarantee the future of Oswestry Crown Post Office.

Key Facts

  • 115 larger Crown branches are listed at risk of closure.
  • An online petition has been signed by 2,668 people.
  • North Shropshire faces significant challenges with public transport.

Presentation Timeline

MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.

Presented
21 May 2025
North Shropshire
I rise on behalf of petitioners in North Shropshire. Oswestry post office is one of 115 larger Crown, or directly managed, branches that have been listed at risk of closure by the Post Office. Its closure would leave many residents without easy access to essential postal and banking services, which are particularly important for elderly residents, small businesses and those without access to reliable public transport. An online petition with similar wording to the petition that I present today has been signed by 2,668 people. The petition states: “The petitioners therefore request that the House of Commons urge the Government to take into account the concerns of the petitioners and take immediate action to guarantee the future of Oswestry Crown post office.
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