Written question asked by Vincent Cable (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 12 June 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 7 July 2003. It was answered by Chris Pond (Labour) on Monday, 7 July 2003 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.

Dept for Work and Pensions

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what recent discussions he has had with (a) HSBC, (b) the Royal Bank of Scotland, (c) the Halifax Bank of Scotland and (d) Abbey National concerning the provision of banking services in the Post Office; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Dr. Cable: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions what recent discussions he has had with (a) HSBC, (b) the Royal Bank of Scotland, (c) the Halifax Bank of Scotland and (d) Abbey National concerning the provision of banking services in the Post Office; and if he will make a statement. [119841] Mr. Pond: None. The provision of banking services at the Post Office is a matter for Post Office Ltd. However, the Government are keen that as many accounts as possible should be accessible at Post Office branches.

Secondary information