Member

In instances of closures, many turn to the Post Office, which offers many of the financial services provided by the bank which local communities require. For the country’s best interests, we should look at least to exempt businesses that host a post office or a banking hub from the higher multiplier. I am sure the Minister recognises the historical role of the banking hubs and the Post Office throughout the United Kingdom; perhaps he will look further at these amendments and at meeting to discuss them. I would like him to consider at least ensuring that none of these Post Office banking hubs and 24-hour shops are affected—not just “well, there may be a few”, but none of them. I beg leave to withdraw the amendment.