The Czech Post has negotiated with local authorities to retain some of the branches that were originally slated for closure. In exchange, other post offices in the area will be closed. Some municipalities are now considering operating post offices under the Partner Plus scheme, funded by their own budgets.
The Czech Post had planned to close 300 of its 3,200 branches by mid-year. This decision was made in an effort to reduce costs. However, with the negotiations with local authorities, the number of closures may be reduced.
The Partner Plus scheme is an alternative for municipalities to keep post offices open. It is funded by the municipality and provides a range of services, including postal services, banking, and other services.
The Czech Post is hoping that the negotiations with local authorities will help to reduce the number of closures and ensure that the post offices remain open and accessible to the public.