And the Post Office undoubtedly has a talent for selling financial services.

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"We have carried out extensive research into the current account market and the findings tell us that customers want simplicity, transparency and good value for money, " said Nick Kennett, director of financial services at the Post Office.

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The bank has 44 branches in Northern Ireland and runs a financial services joint venture with the UK Post Office.

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