Post Office Card Accounts

Scott wrote: Hi, out of the blue i have received a letter from HM Government stating that I must open a bank account to be used for receiving my benefits. I have until now used my Post Office Card Account, which was basically forced upon me by the Jobcentre some years ago as they were doing away with GiroCheques.

I'v not had a bank account for over ten years now due to financial difficulties I suffered in the past and I don't want or need one now. What should I do?, I'd like to stay with the Post Office but looking online I see they charge £5 per month for a Cashcard Account and, it's either that or a Current Account with direct debits etc. which I definately don't want.

Any advice welcome

Thanks

taylor wrote: I have received one of these letters today asking me to change from the post office account to a bank account.
I am not affected by UC.
I receive ESA contribution based only and I do not receive housing benefit or council tax benefit.
Does anyone know if they are doing away with post office accounts altogether, as I say Universal credit does not affect me, so I am wondering why they have asked me to change ?
The letter says that I have to telephone (I dont cope with phone calls) or there is a form included to return to them.
Thanks.