§ Mr. Carter-Jonesasked the Postmaster-General in view of the urgent need to maintain and protect the provision of an adequate Post Office service in the Clifton area of Swinton, and of the efforts of the Swinton and Pendlebury Council, the hon. Member for Eccles and others, if he will now instruct the responsible staff at Manchester Post Office to take a more active and realistic interest in maintaining this essential postal service.
§ Mr. Joseph SlaterThe staff at Manchester Post Office are fully aware of the urgent need to maintain a sub-post office in this area. They are doing everything possible to ensure that one continues to be provided. I will keep my hon. Friend informed of developments.