ACS

ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) has submitted a response to the Government’s consultation on Post Office Banking. The consultation seeks views on whether the Post Office should expand the range of banking services it offers.

ACS Chief Executive James Lowman said: “Services are a crucial part of the convenience store offer. Our members want to be at the heart of a network of services in communities and Post Offices have an important role to play in this network.

“Anything which will make Post Offices more viable has to be embraced. There is clearly public appetite for banking services from the Post Office, and it is important that this potential is developed into a range of competitive yet viable products.

“While we welcome the development of banking facilities, Post Office must also look at expanding in other areas such as in identity and local Government services.”

Contacts:

Shane Brennan Public Affairs Director
01252 533009/ 07921 372978
Chris Noice Communications Assistant
01252 533013

Notes to Editors:

1. ACS (Association of Convenience Stores) is the voice of local shops, representing over 33,500 convenience stores. ACS helps local shops thrive through lobbying, support and networking opportunities.

2. The Post Office Banking consultation is open until 24th February and can be viewed here: http://www.bis.gov.uk/postofficebanking

3. For a copy of ACS’ response please contact Jenny Brown on 01252 533008 or jenny.brown@acs.org.uk.