Written Question·Department for Business and Trade·UIN 100194
Postal Services: Universal Service Obligation
Tabled: 15 December 2025
Answered: 18 December 2025
Question
James McMurdock
Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what recent discussions he has had with the Royal Mail on the continued viability of the Universal Service Obligation.
Answer
Blair McDougallMinisters and officials have discussions with Royal Mail on a regular basis in its capacity as the universal service provider.Ofcom has a primary duty to secure the provision of a universal postal service, having regard to its financial sustainability and...
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