How do those without bank accounts collect benefits without a post office?

Friday, 24 January 2020 07:37

By Leanne Cooke @leannelily18

How can people without bank accounts collect benefits if they don't live near a post office?

Arbory, Castletown & Malew MHK Jason Moorhouse will ask the question in the House of Keys next week.

He'll ask the treasury minister how those without bank accounts can collect benefits if there isn't a branch close to their home.

In a separate query, Mr Moorhouse will also quiz Enterprise Minister, Laurence Skelly if consideration has been given to offering financial support for rural postal branches.

MHK's will come together for the first Keys session of the year next Tuesday in Douglas at 10am.

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