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

The current contract dates back to 1908 and is being revised. Should a postmaster decide that he or she does not wish to proceed, a clear protocol is put in place. In the first instance, the intention is to offer a contract to any other business in that community that may be willing to continue to provide the service. There is a clear protocol and this, I understand, will be published by An Post.

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