John O'Mahony (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I strongly support Senator Marie-Louise O'Donnell's comments on post offices. People are confused, with redundancy packages being offered to postmasters and the chief executive officer making a statement that An Post would not close post offices. This is a crucial issue for rural and urban areas and clarity must be brought to the matter. Six months ago, there was confusion about which Minister was dealing with the issue.I ask that the Deputy Leader support our call to get the relevant Minister to come before the Seanad in order that there might be some clarity, especially at a time when all the banks are reducing their facilities in many towns and villages. It is very important that An Post is strongly supported and that it is placed on a firm footing in the context of its activities throughout the State.