Michael Moynihan (Cork North West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Three years ago, under the previous Government, there was an announcement by the then Minister, Mr. Rabbitte, that there would be a whole-of-Government response to the issue of post offices. I am not sure what the definition of a whole-of-Government response was three years ago but in my opinion, there has been no response. This morning's report bodes very poorly for rural Ireland. It is time for action to be taken in regard to empowering An Post in order that it can have a service that will empower the postmasters and postmistresses to have a vibrant operation within their communities.

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