Trade Union Federation of Communications – CITUB (SFS – CITUB) has issued a position on the proposal to open commercial outlets in the premises of “Bulgarian Posts” EAD.
Here is its full text:
Trade Union Federation of Communications – CITUB welcomes any initiative aimed at the sustainable development of “Bulgarian Posts” EAD and improving its financial situation. In view of the increased need for modernization and optimization of public postal services, we find it necessary to seek new sources of revenue and ways to increase the efficiency of the company.
In this context, SFS – The CITUB declares its readiness to consider and discuss in detail the proposal for the use of part of the premises of the “Bulgarian Post” for the development of additional commercial activity, including by opening shops or other facilities. Such an opportunity could prove useful both for the company itself and for local communities, under certain conditions.
Given that the proposed activity is outside the scope of the company's main – postal – function, it is necessary to launch an analysis of its compatibility with the current regulatory framework, with public expectations and with the capabilities of the available infrastructure.
The CITUB maintains the position that innovative approaches to generating revenue are not only permissible, but also imperative in modern conditions. At the same time, we emphasize that any such step should be taken only in the presence of dialogue with social partners and protection of the interests of those working in the system.
We express our readiness to participate in future conversations and workshops, at which this idea will be discussed in essence and in the context of the overall development strategy of “Bulgarian Posts” EAD.
Sincerely,
Sabina Lazarova - Chairwoman of the Trade Union Federation of Communications – CITUB
Sofia, March 2025