New Action Group Formed Amid Concerns Over Cratloe Post Office

The Midwest representative of the Irish Postmasters' Union says fears over the future of Cratloe post office are representative of concerns across rural Ireland.

Over 200 people attended a public meeting in Cratloe last night, where an Action Group to save the facility was set up.  They're now seeking an urgent meeting with An Post, who are carrying out a review, and hope this will take place this week.

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The Irish Postmasters' Union says the government should bring extra services to post offices in a bid to maintain their viability.  

Midwest spokesman, Kildysart native Tom O'Callaghan, says the situation in Cratloe shows the need for such reforms.