A local postmistress has been congratulated on her retirement by MP David Chadwick following 30 years of service to her community.

Beryl Jones has run the Ynys Y Darren Post Office in Ystalyfera for the past 30 years and recently announced her retirement.

MP for Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe David Chadwick said that Ms Jones had a tremendous record of community service and will be deeply missed by those living in Ystalyfera, and that he wishes her well in her retirement.

Following Ms Jones’ retirement, the Post Office has decided not to replace the branch.

Mr Chadwick has said that the Post Office’s decision has left the community with even less access to cash. He has called on LINK, the body which decides which towns will receive banking hubs, to consider the closure as part of his campaign to secure a banking hub in Ystradgynlais.