asked the Minister for Finance if he will consider reorganising the Post Office Savings Bank so as to provide the equivalent of a banking service for its customers.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Post Office Savings Bank Reorganisation.
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It is assumed that the Deputy has in mind the provision of cheque facilities for depositors in the Post Office Savings Bank. This Bank is essentially a deposit Bank for the promotion of saving, and the provision of a cheque service by it would mean a major change in its status and would require enabling legislation. No such reorganisation is contemplated at present.