Jeff Smith MP has welcomed confirmation that Didsbury Village Post Office will remain open, following uncertainty and community concern over a potential closure.

Residents across Didsbury expressed how much they value the local Post Office for its accessible services – particularly older residents, carers, and small business owners. Jeff worked alongside local councillors, including Cllr Andrew Simcock, to push for a solution that kept the service in the heart of the community.

Since the initial announcement of the potential closure, Jeff:

• Met with Neil Brocklehurst, Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Post Office to make the case;
• Wrote to Post Office CEO Nick Read and Royal Mail CEO Nigel Railton, raising concerns;
• Joined Cllr Simcock to meet with Post Office Minister Gareth Thomas MP to hand in a community petition to save the branch.

The Post Office has now confirmed that the Didsbury Village branch at 722 Wilmslow Road will continue operating, with a revised ‘local style’ model run from within the shop and with extended opening hours. While this represents a change in service model, customers will still be able to access the same range of key postal and banking services.

Jeff said:

“It’s good news that this much-valued Post Office will continue to serve the Didsbury community. I know how important it is to residents and local businesses, and I’ve been pleased to work with our local Councillors and others to help protect this vital service.” The service changes are due to take effect from July 2025. See the below update from the Post Office for further details: