A TOWN post office will be on the move later this year.

Post Office Ltd will relocate Sedgefield Post Office from Rectory Row to The Old Pharmacy, in Front Street, a distance of about 150 yards, following public consultation.

The post office will be larger than the former site.

Rural transfer advisor Bill Earnshaw said: "The new office will offer the same, wide range of products and services, including free personal banking, foreign currency and travel insurance, and benefit payments in cash.

"There is parking outside and a public car park within a few yards. I consider that this branch is suitably located and can meet the needs of local residents."