Following the review of its remaining Crown branches, Post Office Ltd has announced details of the new franchise partner arrangements for Haddington’s Post Office Branch on Court Street.

They have confirmed that the branch will soon be operated by an independent franchise retail partner, ZCO Ltd (ZCO), from the current premises, offering the same range of services, and with extended opening on Tuesday mornings. The change in the branch’s operation are due to happen by September.

Commenting on the announcement, Martin Whitfield MSP said:

“The Post Office’s new plans for the operation of the Haddington branch appear to offer continuity in terms of access and the range of services available.

“However, there may be some questions about the details of this change and I’m encouraging anyone with feedback or queries on the new arrangements to send in their comments to the Post Office.”

Further information can be found on Post Office’s Consultation Hub and feedback can be sent to comments@postoffice.co.uk.