In message , Andy Hall writes
On 2007-06-09 12:04:15 +0100, Graeme said:

Agreed - but such things are not within the power of the local PO.
Yes, I'll bend over backwards to help anyone, with any type of
transaction, but I cannot act outwith the rules, not because I'm a
slavish follower of such things, but because I run the very real risk
of having my contract terminated.

It's a pretty tenuous position, isn't it?

Very much so, but I think you'll find that a huge number of sub
postmasters are working a 'second career' and rubbing their hands with
glee, at the thought of substantial pay offs when their particular
office is closed.
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Graeme