P.O. Counter Services
Cover of guide to handling counter transactions, c.1970
Finding number: POST 22/106
This manual was aimed at newly appointed counter staff. It gave details of how to carry out their main duties. It is a good reflection of the range of transactions carried out by counter services.
This page shows how to deal with deposits of gift tokens and postal orders in the Savings Bank.
Download
You may also be interested in...
In the Community
Post Office Counter Services, mail delivery, letter boxes and changing times
From its beginnings in 17th century London, the Post Office has always played an important role in the community.
Post Offices
For generations the local post office has been integral to life in Britain
An overview of the development of the Post Office, from the 'letter receiving house' to a familiar high street presence.
Tours of the Archive
Let our archivists guide you through more than 400 years of history
Our free tours offer a fascinating behind the scenes look at our archive, which fills more than 2.5 miles of shelving.
