Residents across the UK are feeling the heat as the Post Office announces plans to potentially close 115 branches nationwide, sparking protests and petitions. Among the notable locations at risk are the Oswestry Post Office, which has gathered concern from the local community, and several other branches stretching from London …
Read More »CWU LIVE – The Outrageous Post Office Closures
CWU LIVE – The Outrageous Post Office Closures Upload Date: November 14 2024 Post Office Closures Special with Michael Walker | This week we’ll hear from Assistant Secretary Andy Furey on the devastating Post Office closures. We’ll also speak to our new Telecoms Officer Ken Wooley and Midlands Divisional Rep …
Read More »Kate Middleton and Prince William Shared a Cheeky Photo for King Charles’s Birthday
He’s not a regular king, he’s a cool king. King Charles isn’t a regular king, he’s a cool king—and all the proof you need is in the birthday snapshot shared by his son Prince William and daughter-in-law Kate Middleton. On Thursday, the Prince and Princess of Wales led the birthday …
Read More »Post Office closures must be fought – Derry Daily
People Before Profit have slammed the proposed closures of Post Office branches Foyleside Councillor Shaun Harkin says the Post Office is a vital service for communities. He says: “The recent announcement of potential closure of 115 Post Office branches, including the General Post Office (GPO) in Derry, is deeply concerning. …
Read More »Newquay man jailed for string of frauds and thefts
He had earlier pleaded guilty to making a false statement to obtain a driving licence, possession of an identity document with intent to deceive, perverting the course of justice, theft of mail, theft of a Rolex watch, two frauds by false representation and two counts of making an untrue statement …
Read More »‘We will need to be told why’ – MPs react as Hull & East Yorkshire Post Offices face closure
MPs have reacted to the news that two Post Offices in Hull & East Yorkshire face closure. The Post Office has released a list of 115 branches that could soon close. The list includes Bransholme Post Office, in North Point Shopping Centre and Bridlington Post Office, in Quay Road. The …
Read More »A cold and wintry spell is on the way
There’s a major change in the weather from this weekend, as an early winter cold spell arrives bringing the potential for disruption for some next week. To begin with, high pressure remains in charge, bringing cloudy conditions for many with the possibility of fog overnight. Tomorrow is a similar day, …
Read More »Postman stole letters to commit fraud so he could ‘stay afloat’
A fraudster used other people’s names to obtain a passport and provisional driving licence, a court has heard. John McKinney, 42, also stole mail with chequebooks while working as a Royal Mail postman to write himself cheques to “stay afloat” while struggling financially. McKinney, of The Glebe, Cubert, appeared at …
Read More »Mexican air wave attracts carriers with an eye on ‘nearshoring’ cargo flows
© Jorg Hackemann By Ian Putzger Americas correspondent 14/11/2024 Airfreight traffic in and out of Mexico keeps growing, buoyed by international carriers increasing capacity into the market. The updraught is also attracting resurrected carrier Mexicana, which recently signalled plans for cargo flights. Statistics from Mexico’s civil aviation authority show a …
Read More »Royal Mail launches the hugely popular Santa Mail to help deliver nation’s letters to Santa
With just under six weeks to go until Christmas, Royal Mail is once again lending a helping hand to one of its most special customers, Santa. For over 60 years, Royal Mail has been helping to make Christmas wishes come true by sending children’s letters to the North Pole. Now …
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