§ John ThursoTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what recent discussions he has held with(a) the Royal Bank of Scotland, (b) Halifax Bank of Scotland and (c) Clydesdale Bank concerning the provision of banking services in the Post Office; and if he will make a statement. [133526]
§ Mrs. McGuireNo recent discussions have taken place between Scottish banks and the Scotland Office on this subject. Scotland Office Ministers have taken a specific interest in the provision of banking services in Scotland and have also had discussions with Post Office Ltd. in relation to this.
Discussions are on-going between. the Post Office and the banks to improve the level of services currently offered.