House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Green Paper on the Future of Post Office
14 July 2025 · Department for Business and Trade
Proposed by Gareth Thomas Lab Co-op Harrow West
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- Green Paper published to address future sustainability and modernisation of UK Post Office network.
- Government seeks public dialogue on ensuring financial resilience of Post Office while maintaining essential services.
- Up to 118 million in funding announced for current financial year to support Post Office's Transformation Plan and New Deal for postmasters.
Issue summary
The statement discusses the publication of a Green Paper aimed at addressing the future sustainability and modernisation of the UK Post Office network.
Action requested
The government is publishing a Green Paper to seek public dialogue on how to ensure a financially resilient Post Office while maintaining essential services. Additionally, it announces up to £118 million in funding for the current financial year to support the Post Office's Transformation Plan and New Deal for postmasters.
Key facts
- The Government is publishing a Green Paper on the Future of the Post Office.
- Up to £118 million additional investment will be provided to the Post Office this Financial Year.
- The funding supports implementation of the Post Office’s Transformation Plan, aims at operational and financial stability, and includes a New Deal for postmasters.