HADDINGTON’S Post Office is one of more than 100 branches throughout the country at risk of potential closure, it was announced today.

The Post Office has confirmed that it could close more than 100 branches, putting thousands of jobs at risk.

Chairman Nigel Railton made the announcement earlier today, saying that the decision came as the group looked to boost postmaster pay by £250 million over five years.

The Post Office revealed it was looking to offload 115 directly owned branches within its 11,500-strong network.

This could see these branches transferred to retail partners or postmasters, or potentially closed.

A full list of the at-threat branches has been released and includes the Post Office on Haddington’s Court Street.

Hundreds of further roles are also under threat at Post Office headquarters as it looks to streamline back office operations.

Mr Railton said that the shake-up would also offer a “new deal for postmasters” by increasing their share of revenue and giving them a greater say in the running of the business as it looked to move on from the Horizon IT scandal.

The plans, which are subject to Government funding, would see average branch pay doubled by 2030, with £120 million in additional pay by the end of the first year.

Craig Hoy, South Scotland MSP, said: “I am shocked to learn that Haddington Post Office could be at risk.

"This vital facility is a busy hub in the town centre and is well used for both post and other services, such as cash access.

"The decision means that the Post Office could be transferred to retail partners or postmasters or potentially closed altogether.

"I will do everything in my power to try and retain the Post Office and its full suite of services.

"I have already been contacted by residents and will be seeking an urgent meeting with Post Office bosses.”