East Renfrewshire MP Kirsten Oswald has delivered praise to Royal Mail staff for their efforts during the coronavirus pandemic.
Ms Oswald put in an early morning shift as she joined the team at the Clarkston Delivery Office to find out more about the challenges they have faced over the past 17 months.
She told the Barrhead News: “Royal Mail staff do important work at the best of times but their contribution to our community over the period of the pandemic has been absolutely vital.
“They have kept families in touch with each other, helped us all get vital supplies, even when most shops were closed, and have been a lifeline for businesses who were able to support their customers in new ways.
“I was pleased to meet up with Stevie Albury and his colleagues and to demonstrate my thanks in the most practical way by joining in a delivery run.
“I was very impressed by the efficient systems in place and the enthusiasm of the team.”
David Gold, director of external affairs and policy for Royal Mail Group, added: “We greatly appreciated Kirsten’s visit and for taking the time to talk to postal workers directly about their experiences.
“We know how much people rely on us, so it is good to have that recognition from the local Member of Parliament as we seek to get back to normal.”