A post office and shop will close next month.

Islingword Post Office, Brighton, will shut its doors on July 27 following the resignation of its postmaster, who has run the service since 2015.

A Post Office spokesman said the position has been advertised and there has already been interest from retailers.

The spokesman said: “The postmaster for Islingword Post Office recently resigned and the branch is due to close on July 27.

“The vacancy is advertised on www.runapostoffice.co.uk. We have had interest expressed from retailers and talks are at an early stage. We are keen to restore service as soon as possible. In the interim alternative branches will include Lewes Road, St George's Road, St James's Street and London Road.”

The Post Office spokesman said the shop is also closing.