The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has released the third round of base fees for extended producer responsibility for packaging (pEPR). Defra previously released the first round of pEPR base fees in August, which was met with scathing criticism from the glass industry. In October, Defra …

Netflix has recently added all six episodes of a gripping real-life British crime drama, A Confession, which viewers are comparing to the infamous Post Office scandal. The series features Martin Freeman in the role of Detective Superintendent Steve Fulcher and is based on the true story of Wiltshire Police’s investigation …

Nikki Gaynor talked about battling through chest infections and “awful” weather in order to complete her runs every day after finishing her monumental challenge. The 49-year-old, who works as a postwoman in Newton Aycliffe, is a lead mental health ambassador for Royal Mail and often leaves kindness cards with positive affirmations …

In today’s (Friday, 3rd January) edition of The Shetland Times: First tunnel could be built this decade, says councillor. New Year’s Honours List features five. EXCLUSIVE: Massive hike in coastguard calls to outer isles revealed. Tributes paid to well-respected marine scientist. Second part of Review of the Year. INSIDE: The Shetland …

Published January 3, 2025 As post-Christmas parcel returns ramp up, the numbers appear to be running higher than a year ago with the 2 January figure up 6.8% compared to the same day last year, home delivery specialist Parcelhero has said. Royal Mail It said around £1.51 billion worth of …

Plans to restore the character of a postal delivery building have been approved. The Royal Mail Delivery Office, in Church Street, Hadleigh, is set to undergo an ‘overdue’ refurbishment, which includes replacing broken roof tiles, bargeboards and fascias as well as repairing and repainting the existing windows and internal doors. …

E-commerce brands have traditionally relied on the United States Postal Service (USPS) as the most cost-effective option for delivering low-weight, low-value goods domestically.  Thanks to its vast network supported by federal subsidies, USPS has been able to deliver packages to remote corners of the country quickly and affordably — a …

An appeal was issued for cards to be sent to wheelchair bound Jack Moore who has an array of health issues, including cerebral palsy, epilepsy and complex learning disabilities. Christmas-loving Jack, who is non-verbal fed via a tube, lives with his mum and dad with 24/7 care and help from …

A major snowstorm is set to hit the UK overnight from Saturday to Sunday, sweeping in from the south and spreading northward, according to latest forecasts. While Eastern England and Cornwall may escape the storm, around 14cm of snow is expected to blanket parts of Wales and Scotland, and over …

Published January 3, 2025 As post-Christmas parcel returns ramp up, the numbers appear to be running higher than a year ago with the 2 January figure up 6.8% compared to the same day last year, home delivery specialist Parcelhero has said. Royal Mail It said around £1.51 billion worth of …