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Harrogate MP urges residents to 'stand up' for their post offices

Monday, 6 October 2025 07:26

Tom Gordon, MP for Harrogate and Knaresborough.

Harrogate and Knaresborough MP Tom Gordon is urging residents to make their voices heard as part of a consultation on Post Office services.

People are being urged to ‘stand up’ for their local branch before the consultation closes at midnight tonight (Monday).

Tom Gordon’s call comes as the Government prepares to close its consultation on its plan for the future of the Post Office.

The Government said it’s considering changes such as reducing the total number of post office branches across the UK, scrapping rules ensuring that Post Offices are available near people’s homes and limiting the services Post Offices offer.

MP Tom Gordon said:

“Our Post Offices are a beacon of our high streets and our communities here in Harrogate and Knaresborough.

“From Christmas cards to parcels, it keeps us connected, and allows everyone to access a range of essential services – a community hub treasured by all.”

The Liberal Democrats have warned that plans could spell disaster for communities across the UK, as millions of people rely on their local Post Office for a range of vital services.

The Government has warned that over a hundred Post Office branches directly owned by the company are at risk of shutting down.

Tom Gordon added:

“I’ve heard from countless residents how upset they would be to lose their Post Office, and I’m urging everyone to make their voice heard before it’s too late.

“We’ve got a last chance to tell the Government just how important our local Post Offices are and that they mustn't make it harder for people to access the vital services it offers. It’s time we speak up and make sure they hear us.”

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