UK delivery service Royal Mail has introduced the first permanent electric trucks to its logistical fleet, as the company works towards its 2040 net zero target. Eight DAF XD 350E models, with a 42-tonne gross combination weight, will now be in operation at its Midlands and North West parcel hubs, …

Royal Mail has deployed its first fleet of electric heavy goods vehicles (eHGVs) as part of its plan to cut emissions across its national logistics network and progress toward its 2040 net zero target. Eight 42 metric ton DAF XD 350E trucks have entered service at the company’s Midlands Parcel …

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The UK Government has said that it will ensure the £7.3bn announced in the Budget and due to be spent on local roads will be felt across England. It said that “councils from Blackpool to Milton Keynes” will benefit, and the funding would fill “millions of potholes” each year. Chancellor …

Royal Mail issues warning to 25 UK postcodes expecting deliveries – The Mirror Royal Mail has announced that at least 25 postcodes may experience delivery delays due to high levels of sick absence and resourcing issues. Royal Mail issues warning to postcodes expecting deliveries(Image: Getty) UK postcodes affected by Royal …

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It comes as Brits are planning on sending more gifts this merry season, compared to last year – up from 20% to 33%, according to a survey for the Post Office. The research found that 34% of Brits consider sending Christmas parcels and cards to be an important festive tradition. …

The Post Office has urged people to organise sending their parcels ahead of the expected busiest day at its branches on December 8. Britons are planning on sending more gifts this Christmas compared to last year – up from 20% to 33%, according to a survey for the Post Office. …

Phil Harrisonin Kenardington BBC Crime scene photographs, police communications and memorabilia are up for auction Evidence from the police investigation into the Great Train Robbery is to go under the hammer. Crime scene photographs, police communications and memorabilia that led to the capture and prosecutions of those involved will be …

Emerging LIV Golf star David Puig hopes he’s on the “right path” to being as good as the late Seve Ballesteros after emulating the feat of his fellow Spaniard by winning the Australian PGA Championship. Puig, who turns 24 in a week, secured the Joe Kirkwood Cup with a superb …