THURROCK MP Jackie Doyle-Price was in Tilbury to open the new-look post office and store.

It has a new sweet and grocery range and has extended its opening hours by 14 hours a week. There is also a new postmaster, Sree Balachandran.

Ms Doyle-Price said: “I am delighted to be here to congratulate Sree Balachandran on all the improvements he has made.

“The longer post office opening hours will also give customers more choice as when to visit.”