Further to my earlier reports on concerns about the future of the Crichton Street Collection Office, Royal Mail updated me this afternoon :"I can confirm that Royal Mail are extending the lease on Crichton St collection office for a further 6 months so as to allow us to investigate the best options to provide collection services to the people in the DD1, 2, 3 and 6 areas.
We still believe that the building in Crichton St is not fit for purpose for a modern postal service and will be looking at all options available."
I welcome the decision to postpone any closure on the facility but have made clear to Royal Mail that the 6 months must be used to ensure proper public consultation takes place. The Crichton Street facility is much better served by public transport than Royal Mail's suggested alternatives at Baird Avenue and Edward Street.