Written questions

Bank Services: Post Offices

Commons · Question 89148 · Tabled 10 Nov 2025 · Treasury · Official record

Answered 17 Nov 2025

Question

Asked by Ben Maguire

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether she has made an assessment of the potential impact of reducing cheque deposit services at post offices on people in rural areas.

Answer

Answered by Lucy Rigby, 17 Nov 2025

The Government recognises the important role the Post Office plays in providing essential banking services, particularly in rural areas. The Post Office Banking Framework allows personal and business customers to withdraw and deposit cash, check their bal...