A POST Office in Taunton has been forced to close after the postmaster resigned. 

The Roman Road Post Office is said to be "temporarily" closed until a replacement boss is found. 

The Post Office says that it is struggling to find someone to fill the position.

The store closed on September 5. Those looking for a Post Office will find there nearest location at 52 North Street, Taunton. 

A Post Office spokesman said: “Roman Road Post Office is temporarily closed due to the resignation of the postmaster.

"The branch had been run by a temporary postmaster and therefore, only a short resignation period was required.

"We have been unable to find a new temporary postmaster, therefore the branch temporarily closed on 5 September.

"We apologise for any inconvenience caused by the temporary closure of this branch.

"We are committed to maintaining a Post Office in this area and we are looking at ways to restore Post Office service to the area as soon as possible.

"The vacancy will soon be advertised on our website www.runapostoffice.co.uk. The nearest alternative branch is Taunton.”