South Scotland MSP Colin Smyth has urged the Post Office to find an alternative home for the Wigtown branch after it was confirmed it will be closing temporarily on 6 December.

Post Office said the closure is because of the resignation of the postmaster and the withdrawal of the premises for Post Office use.

Colin Smyth said: “This latest news of yet another possible Post Office closure is very concerning.

“They have stated that the Wigtown branch is to close temporarily and I am now urging the Post Office to find an alternative as a matter of urgency.

“Having a Post Office in the community is vital for so many of my constituents, particularly those who are older or people who can’t travel easily.

“Sadly, right across Dumfries and Galloway we have seen closure after closure of Post Offices and complete inaction by the UK Government to keep them open.

“This latest news will be a huge blow to the area around Wigtown, and a further cut in the number of Post Offices across Dumfries and Galloway.”