Postmaster praised by MP for helping the community
A POSTMASTER in Burbage has been going the extra mile to help vulnerable residents.
Deepak Joshi runs the Three Pots Post Office, where demand for services has rocketed since the coronavirus lockdown came into force.
He is now delivering essential supplies to more than 100 elderly and vulnerable people who live within one and a half miles of his shop.
He said: “Our Post Office counter has never been busier as families buy first class stamps to send pictures to grandparents, whilst others are sending parcels to relatives who may be isolated many miles away.
“The Post Office is an important part of the community and we have a duty to serve vulnerable people with essential groceries who otherwise wouldn’t be able to get supplies. “We know that often our customers don’t have their purses, but right now that’s not important.
“What is important is that they are looking after themselves and staying safe, they can always pay us later on.”
Dr Luke Evans, MP for Bosworth, commended Mr Joshi for his work.
He said: “One of the things that has become increasingly apparent during this crisis is the role that small, independent businesses play in the community and the long-term investment independent retailers make providing supplies to customers who often become friends. It’s astonishing that Deepak is going that extra mile to deliver essentials to local people who so desperately need them. That is what community is all about.”
Mr Joshi is continuing to operate regular post office opening hours and is committed to serving the residents of Burbage and Hinckley through the Covid-19 outbreak.