§ Mrs. Ray MichieTo ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster how many sub-post offices were closed(a) in 1986 and (b) in 1987; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. ButcherThis is an operational matter for the Post Office. However, I understand that in 1986, a total of 179 sub-post offices were closed and in 1987 the number was 186.