A POST office in Grays celebrated a new-look launch last month.

Blackshots Lane Post Office has undergone a transformation, including a new extension.

Thurrock MP Jackie Doyle- Price cut the ribbon for the launch party.

The changes were made as part of Post Office plans to modernise the network and extend opening hours. The branch is now open an extra 26 hours and 30 minutes a week including Sunday morning and Saturday afternoon.

Postmaster Rajnikant Mistry, said: “‘Wow!’ is the reaction of customers when they walk through the door.

“It looks so modern and professional, light, bright and airy. The whole store has completely changed as the building has been extended, new frontage and everything is totally new on the inside.”