Diss IP22 4AA - 011136

Overview

As you will be aware we recently consulted on the proposed move of Diss branch to 5 Mere Street, Diss, IP22 4AD, where it would continue to operate as one of our main style branches.

The consultation feedback raised concerns on the lack of parking near to the proposed premises and on the available internal space. After careful consideration of all relevant factors, including the feedback received during consultation, Post Office Limited together with the new postmaster have reviewed the location at 5 Mere Street and have identified an alternative location to address some of the concerns raised. As a result, we will now be entering into a further 4-week period of local public consultation on a new proposed premises, 35e Mere Street (formerly Octagon Craft Gallery and Coffee Lounge), Diss, IP22 4AD.

Why are we moving?

This branch is currently operated under a short-term contract, we are therefore proposing to move this branch to an alternative location with a permanent new postmaster, which would be a more sustainable solution.

The proposed new premises would undergo a full refurbishment to incorporate a card and stationery shop along with Diss Post Office. Our priority is to safeguard our services in the locality in the longer term and the relocation of Diss Post Office would enable us to maintain a Post Office service to our customers within the local community.

Why your views matter

We’re carrying out a local public consultation and we’d like your views on the proposal. We welcome feedback and comments that can help inform our plans. In this survey we will be asking specific questions related to the following areas:

• Getting to the proposed location (Question 4)
• Getting into the proposed location (Question 5)
• Inside the proposed location (Question 6)
• Other feedback on our proposal (Questions 7 - 9)

What happens next

Thank you for considering our proposal. We will take into account any information and feedback we receive as we finalise our plans for the new branch.