§ Mr. HancockTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what recent discussions she has had with the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions on promoting the use of post offices; and if she will make a statement. [139552]
§ Mr. TimmsThe promotion of post offices is a matter for Post Office Ltd. The business plan of Post Office Ltd. reflects the commitment to attract new customers for banking at the Post Office, and to develop new business in financial services. I understand that Post Office Ltd. is providing information to customers and guidance to sub-postmasters on the range of services available at post offices. The Department for Work and Pensions is also supplying information about the payment options available to their benefit and pension customers, including those options which provide post office access.