First Post Office Receives Fair Payment Code Award
Edgware Road Post Office has become the first to receive a Fair Payment Code Gold Award, showing their commitment to prompt and fair payment.
Postmaster Dipesh Modha has long been a champion of fair payments and has encouraged other postmasters to consider applying.
Speaking at this year’s Fair Payment Awards event, where the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, Rt Hon Peter Kyle, praised fair payment leaders, Dipesh said:
“Fair payment is extremely important to me as a small business owner. It reflects respect, trust, and strong relationships with suppliers and partners. As a Post Office serving the local community, we play a vital role in supporting people and businesses every day.
I joined the Fair Payment Code to demonstrate our commitment to doing business the right way. I am proud to be part of the Code and especially proud to be the first Post Office to receive the Gold Standard. It also recognises the dedication of postmasters across the UK, who consistently give their best to serve customers and support their communities.
As a postmaster community, I believe we already follow ethical financial practices, and I strongly encourage everyone to apply for the Fair Payment Code. This initiative, with the Small Business Commissioner and the Department of Business and Trade, reflects a commitment to doing business the right way.”
Emma Jones, Small Business Commissioner, said:
“Post Offices are at the centre of our communities – they are small businesses operating on high streets from the smallest village to the biggest cities. Fair and timely payments help build trust and stability for small businesses, which is why I am pleased that Edgware Road Post Office has become a Gold Fair Payment Code Awardee. I hope the first of many Post Offices to do so.”
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