I just received notice from Roger Corbett:
'The
result has been announced today 07/05/08 - the closure will take place!...What a whitewash - what a sham of consultation. What a clueless
business in disarray.
I have asked Postwatch to intervene to force The Post Office to reply
on individual points raised in my consultation submission. Whether they
have the statutory teeth or the organisational stomach for a fight we
shall have to wait and see.'
See previous post and comments here
Decision paper announces:
Post Office® Caledonian Road (100) branch
The main concerns expressed by respondents during local public
consultation in relation to our
proposal for this branch related to the potential impact the proposed
closure might have on the
community, with many respondents commenting that this branch is
important for vulnerable people
and as a social hub. Respondents also commented that Post Office®
Caledonian Road (100) branch
has easy access and a wide range of products and praised the staff for
their efficient service.
Respondents also noted that several major developments are planned for
the King's Cross area,
including student housing, offices and restaurants.
Post Office Limited received a petition in relation to this branch
during the local public consultation,
opposing the proposed closure.
Post Office Limited has considered all responses received and a review
of this proposal has been
undertaken. The nearest alternative branch, Post Office® Kings Cross
branch, is less than half a mile
away. It offers extended opening hours and a wider range of products
than Post Office® Caledonian
Road (100) branch. It also has level access into the branch for
customers with mobility constraints,
including disabled and elderly customers, and is on a bus route. The
next nearest branch, Post Office®
Caledonian Road (320) branch, is approximately half a mile away. This
branch also has level access for
customers with mobility constraints, and is also on a bus route.
Taking these and all other relevant factors into account, including the
needs of more vulnerable
customers, Post Office Limited has decided to proceed with the closure
of Post Office® Caledonian
Road (100) branch.
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