DUP MP’s visit Post Office Cash Centre as demand grows for access to cash
DUP Leader Gavin Robinson MP and Jim Shannon MP met with representatives from the Post Office Cash Centre last week to hear about the organisation’s growing role in supporting access to cash across Northern Ireland.
As banks continue to close local branches and reduce face-to-face services, the Post Office has been expanding its external network to help ensure communities can still access cash and everyday banking services close to home.
The visit followed a House of Commons debate last week on the subject of banking hubs in which Jim Shannon MP raised concerns about the impact of bank closures in his constituency.
Jim Shannon MP said: “I have seen 11 banks close in my constituency in recent years. The decline of banking services in rural areas has been excessively worrying and frustrating.
“The Post Office is now playing an increasingly important role in filling that gap, particularly for older residents, vulnerable customers, rural communities and small businesses who still rely on cash and face-to-face services.
“This meeting was important,” said Jim Shannon. “We need to ensure that the Post Office network is supported as it takes on a growing role in keeping cash and banking services available locally.”
Gavin Robinson MP said: “For many communities, the Post Office is now a critical part of local financial infrastructure.
“This visit was a valuable opportunity to meet the Cash Centre team and better understand the practical work behind the services many people and businesses rely on every day.
“As more financial services move online or away from the high street, the Post Office’s trusted local presence matters more than ever.
“It must be recognised and supported as a core part of access to cash and everyday banking provision.”
