 A demonstration took place on Monday (9th July) to raise awareness of the direct negative effect the closure of Post Office's has on local communities.
Pierremont Conservative Councillor Kate Davies was joined by members of the public who will find themselves most affected if the Hopetown Post Office cannot be saved.
The protest march walked from Hopetown Post Office along to the next nearest Post Office branch on Albert Hill, where unfortunately the reception was less than welcoming.
The journey from Hopetown to Albert Hill was also far from easy, particuarly for those less mobile. Drop curbs for the wheel chairs and mobility scooters were few and far between.
Kate said "the overall experience demonstrated the journey from Hopetown to Albert Hill was unreasonable for many residents and would not be an option,clearly the Post Office managers had not done their homework properly."
Congratulations to all involved in this protest. It clearly highlighted some of the direct effects Post Office closures can have on a community and we (as a Council) should do everything within our power to keep Hopetown Post Office open.
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