Post Office

HC Deb 29 October 1998 vol 318 c283W

15. Mr. Gibb

To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what representations he has received on the future of the Post Office. [55068]

Mr. Ian McCartney

I have received representations from a wide range of interested parties, including management and unions of the Post Office, the Post Office Users National Council and the National Federation of Sub-Postmasters. My officials have also received written views and, amongst others, met representatives of business users and distribution companies.

Mr. McAllion

To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what recent discussions he has held with Post Office trade unions relating to the structure and funding of the Post Office. [55075]

Mr. Ian McCartney

I maintain regular dialogue with the unions. They have been contributing fully to the work of the Review of the Post Office and are maintaining contact with the Review Team and the working groups, which are considering all aspects of the future of the Post Office, including its structure and funding.