AN MP told how a post office will take over the majority of services offered by a bank which is about to close.

James Duddridge MP for Rochford and Southend East, raised his concerns over the closure of Barclays bank in West Street, Rochford

He said: “Like most of my constituents, I was disappointed. One of my main concerns was the impact this would have on the more vulnerable customers.

“I was reassured that the local Post Office located at Martin McColls, 14 West Street, Rochford would be able to offer 99 per cent of the same in house services that the branch is offering.”