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Stuart Anderson has voiced concerns about the future of the Post Office network following a recent review questioning its long-term sustainability.
Mr Anderson said: “The Post Office is a vital part of our rural economy in South Shropshire.
“In some areas, it is the only shop for miles around and is increasingly the only way to access cash.
“The government has put significant pressure on the Post Office network, not least through a £45 million bill from the Jobs Tax, a 140 per cent increase in business rates, and an £8 million hit from the Employment Rights Bill.
“This pressure is unsustainable and could lead to the closure of branches across the country.
“Now, Ofcom’s decision to reduce Royal Mail’s delivery targets will impact the timely delivery of important correspondence with NHS letters and benefit decisions.
“It will particularly disadvantage rural areas like ours.
“I will do everything that I can to defend our community against these changes and enhance our local public services.”
Since his election last July, Mr Anderson has opposed closures in areas including Clunton and Clunbury and has campaigned for the return of post office services in Cleobury Mortimer, which closed in April 2023.
The branch is expected to reopen once renovations are complete.
The latest development follows the announcement of reforms to the Royal Mail delivery targets.
These changes will allow Royal Mail to drop the delivery of second-class letters on Saturdays and allow them to be delivered on alternative days in the week.
