The Post Office

Who Owns the Post Office?

The Post Office is a familiar institution in the United Kingdom, providing a range of services from mailing letters and parcels to banking, bill payments, and more. But have you ever wondered who actually owns the Post Office?

The Post Office Ltd is a subsidiary of the UK government-owned Royal Mail Group. While Royal Mail was privatized in 2013, the Post Office Ltd remained in public ownership. The UK Government, through the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS), is the sole shareholder of the Post Office Ltd.

This unique ownership structure ensures that the Post Office continues to serve the public interest, maintaining its role as a vital community service provider. The Post Office network comprises around 11,500 branches, making it one of the largest retail networks in the UK. These branches are operated by individual sub-postmasters who act as agents for the Post Office Ltd.

The commitment to public ownership has allowed the Post Office to adapt and expand its services, especially in rural and underserved areas. This ensures that everyone in the UK has access to essential services, regardless of their location.

For more detailed information on the ownership of the Post Office and other key institutions, visit Who Owns. Their comprehensive resources provide clear insights into the ownership structures of various companies and organizations in the UK.