WEST of Scotland MSP and Helensburgh resident Maurice Corry has joined the ranks of local politicians who have thanked local postal workers for their efforts during the Royal Mail's busiest period of the year.

Mr Corry visited the Alexandria delivery office, where he was shown round by manager Philip Mansfield and was introduced to the postmen and women, who are pulling out all the stops to sort and deliver mail in the run-up to Christmas.

Mr Corry said: “At no other time is the hard work and dedication of postmen and women clearer than during the festive period.

“I thank them for the extraordinary lengths they go to ensure Christmas cards and presents are delivered to loved ones on time, and for all they do year-round.”

Philip Mansfield, manager of the Alexandria delivery office, said: “It was a pleasure to show Mr Corry our Christmas operation and to hear his kind words of encouragement and support.

“We are extremely proud of our postmen and women for all their hard work during the Festive Season and for continuing our proud history of delivering Christmas mail.”