Post Office unveils new current accounts ahead of full roll-out

The Post Office has unveiled its three new current accounts in East Anglia, ahead of their nationalisation in 2014.

One of the accounts will be a fee-free, debit card style, a second with have additional "packaged" benefits for £8.0 a month, while the third 'control' account comes with a £5.0 monthly fee that is designed to help people steer clear of bank charges.

The accounts, which have been set up in conjunction with Bank of Ireland, will be fully rolled out next year.

The Post Office said customers are being given "choice, good value, fair and transparent products with no hidden charges, and access to the largest branch network in the UK".

It said the standard account is aimed at those needing a "free in-credit everyday banking".