Denis Naughten (Roscommon-Galway, Independent) | Oireachtas source

The Deputy is correct. This is why I was one of the few Members who bothered to make a submission to the Kerr report. In my submission I highlighted that point and gave specific examples of State business that is not currently going through the post office network and that could be put through that network. While there is a lot of wringing of hands over the post office network, it was disappointing that so few submissions were made by people in this House who seem to be concerned today over the viability of the post office network.

We need to look at new services that can be done there. The Deputy is correct that there is a reduction in the number of transactions within existing post office services. If we stand still they will continue to reduce and put further pressure on the viability of many of our sub-post offices. We need to look at new and additional services that ensure the State operates far more efficiently by diverting business-----

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