1. Department: Nonfood

Postmasters shouldn’t rush to take ownership of Post Office says ParcelHero

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The government is reportedly holding a meeting today (7 February) between business minister Kevin Hollinrake and representatives of the co-operative movement, union officials and other stakeholders, to revive plans to mutualise the Post Office. The move follows the public outrage since the airing of ITV…

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