Villagers just outside of Winchester are celebrating after their popular postman made a dramatic return to his round.
Residents of Easton were upset when Robert Paddington, their postman of 20 years, was moved to a new delivery round in Winnall.
Royal Mail bosses decided to ditch his round two weeks ago and split it up between postmen in adjoining villages. But matter took an unexpected twist when the postman due to assume control of Easton’s deliveries resigned his post. That left the door open to Robert’s return, which he took up on Monday of this week.
Prospective Winchester MP Steve Brine (pictured with Robert Paddington in Easton village), took up the case and met with Royal Mail chiefs at the Winnall depot to put the villagers case and hand over a seven page petition.
He said; "This is a real victory for the community who came together to protect something important to them. I think we all understand the Royal Mail have to review and adapt its service from time to time but moving long-term popular postmen away from their loyal customers is not a smart move.
"I have met with Royal Mail bosses at Winnall last Friday who were extremely welcoming and open in explaining how we ended up in this situation. I know they are very keen to learn from this experience for the benefit of staff and residents alike."
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