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No replacement for St John's sub-postmaster as 'role is unclear'

IOMPO chair Julie Edge defends board's decision

The job of the St John's Sub-postmaster wasn't re-advertised because it's not clear what the job will be in the future.

That's from Isle of Man Post Office chair Julie Edge, who has defended the decision to close the counter in the village.

The board decided not to hire anyone new after the current sub-postmaster resigned - he is to officially step down in August.

Ms Edge says the 'Retail Strategy' yet to be debated and voted on in Tynwald, will provide them more clarity: (play audio)

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