Mr Thomas said that one possibility would be integrating local post office services with existing shops and pubs in rural areas.

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This has resulted in a long-term drop in traditional mail volumes, particularly letters, and declining demand for conventional post office services.

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Where there is a change, 9.5% would have access to post office services within one mile by road distance to the nearest alternative branch.

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