Delivering support for post offices

[Tom B]

"Scotland's local post offices will soon be able to apply for support from the Scottish Government's new one million pounds Challenge Fund.

The scheme is being launched to help local post offices diversify with new business activities and become increasingly sustainable.

Applications for awards ranging from £2,500 to £25,000 will be sought over the summer, following a short Scottish Government consultation which starts today.

Enterprise Minister Jim Mather said:

"Scotland's post offices play a very important part in community life, providing services which many families and local businesses depend on.

"In our budget for this year, the Scottish Government decided to prioritise economic recovery and, recognising the significance of our post office network, acted to set up a new one million pounds Challenge Fund."

more: - http://www.scotland.gov.uk/News/Release ... 6/10110125