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Are there rules for closures?
Yes, the Post Office has a legal obligation to maintain a national network, ensuring 99% of the UK population lives within three miles of a branch. When a branch closes, they must actively seek a replacement operator to avoid creating 'postal deserts' and breaching these access criteria.
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