MP SLAMS PO DECISION

Eastbourne and Willingdon MP Nigel Waterson has responded angrily to the news that the Post Office have decided to close the Willingdon Post Office after all, despite massive public opposition.

Nigel commented: “This is dreadful act of social vandalism, and it is the elderly and vulnerable who will be most affected. Like the other post offices slated for closure, the Willingdon Village post office is the beating heart of its community.”

“Not for the first time, the Post Office has displayed an arrogant disregard for the views and needs of the public. Thousands of my constituents signed letters and petitions, but to no avail. It is a black day for those of us who live in Willingdon.”

23 January 2008