Written Question·Department for Business and Trade·UIN 108045

Bank Services: Post Offices

Tabled: 23 January 2026
Answered: 2 February 2026

Question

Mr Andrew Snowden

Conservative — Fylde

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the withdrawal of cheque deposit services from Post Office branches on rural businesses.

Answer

Blair McDougall
The Government recognises the important role the Post Office plays in providing essential banking services, particularly in rural areas. We welcome Banking Framework 4, which allows personal and business customers to withdraw and deposit cash, check their...
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