
A
good number of residents, together with John Penrose MP, met at the
Post Office to demonstrate against the proposed closure of the Kewstoke
Post Office. After a press photo call, many people joined in the march
over Monk's Hill to the "nearest" nominated alternative Post
Office in Milton Road. A walk over the 1 in 4 Monk's Hill is totally
unrealistic for those without transport, as the majority are elderly
or infirm. The alternative way to reach Milton Road Post Office is by
car or by public transport.
The only bus route from the village is from Sandbay, Kewstoke into town.
Residents would not then take the second bus to Milton Post Office -
they would use the Main Post Office in the town centre.
Mark Tottle is being well supported in his campaign to challenge the
proposed closure of the Kewstoke Post Office. Please support the campaign
by signing the petition in the Post Office, write to our MP or write
to the Post Office at Network Development Manager, Post Office Ltd,
c/o National Consultation Team, FREEPOST CONSULTATION TEAM. The closing
date for the consultation is 9th April 2008.