Post Office closure 'a real threat' to PSM retail

Rushen MHKs call for u-turn

The closure of Port St Mary Post Office will be a 'real threat' to any retail presence in the village.

That's the concern of the area's MHKs after it was announced the facility will close later this month.

The board held a tender process to find a new sub-postmaster, but no bids were received.

Juan Watterson says the move will make trading difficult for local shops:

Dr Michelle Haywood insists there is public demand for the service:

The majority of customers who use Port St Mary Post Office believe they'll be inconvenienced when it closes for good: