A POPULAR bus stop which was penned for closure has been saved following local concern.

Back in November, Go Cornwall Bus announced that eight of Launceston’s bus services will no longer be dropping off or picking up passengers from the town’s Tesco supermarket.

Users of the transport were met with a message from the provider stating that the 78, 78A, 97, 220, 223, 371, 425, and 426, would no longer be using the stop

A spokesperson from Go Cornwall Bus explained: “The issue is that there is a new, very well used parcel drop off / pick up locker unit been installed right next to the bus bay outside the store. The bus bay is being used by delivery vans and customers cars who are using the facility.

“This means that it is currently not deemed safe for the bus to use.”

However, the area’s MP, Ben Maguire, has today confirmed that the stop will remain open.

In a statement, he said: “After a constituent got in touch with me about the removal of the bus stop at Tesco's, I have now received confirmation that the stop will be back in service starting next Monday, February 10.

“Thanks to all of those who got in touch to raise the issue!”