Postal workers are continuing to write to the World Socialist Web Site (WSWS) voicing opposition to the sell-out deal between the Communication Workers Union (CWU) and Royal Mail (RM). CWU headquarters are stepping up their marketing exercise to promote the agreement, but their claims to have pushed the company back …
Read More »Coronation weather: Showers could cancel royal flypast
A flypast to mark King Charles’s Coronation could be cancelled due to a high chance of showers, according to the RAF. Air Chief Marshal Sir Michael Wigston said there was a ’50/50′ chance of the flyover going ahead over The Mall and Buckingham Palace tomorrow due to a 70 per …
Read More »RTL Today – A new Britain?: King Charles’s reign rings in the changes
From the national anthem to coins, stamps, prisons and warships, many everyday aspects of life in Britain have changed between the accession of King Charles III and his coronation on Saturday. The change in monarch triggered a wave of changes throughout Britain and the other Commonwealth realms where he is …
Read More »Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame CEO speaks out on Iron Maiden snub
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame CEO Greg Harris has discussed Iron Maiden‘s absence from this year’s inductees list while reflecting on the other nominees. Iron Maiden, who were included on the fan ballot this year, were not among the names announced on May 3 when the 2023 induction list …
Read More »Are Post Offices open and post delivered on King Charles’ Coronation bank holiday?
The Coronation of King Charles III will take place this weekend, marking one of the most historic royal events in many Brits’ lifetimes. The country has also been given an extra bank holiday so they can fully enjoy the celebrations. Charles’ coronation will take place on Saturday, May 6, and …
Read More »Is there post on Monday? How Royal Mail is affected by coronation bank holiday and if Post Offices are open
The coronation of King Charles III is almost upon us, and it will see millions around the UK and the world celebrate. May is also a bumper month for bank holidays, with an extra day off to celebrate the historic event. So how will this affect services like the post? …
Read More »What are the coronation swords? History of the royal blades and how are used when King Charles is crowned
King Charles III’s long-awaited coronation takes place on Saturday, with thousands of people flocking to London to witness the historic event, and millions more set to watch on television at home. Such an occasion mean Britain’s priceless Crown Jewels will be removed from the Tower of London, where they are kept under armed guard, and …
Read More »Are Post Offices open on bank holiday for the coronation of King Charles III?
With a bank holiday right around the corner, many people will be getting ready to enjoy a couple of days off work. However, if you’re hoping to send out some letters and parcels, it may be worth checking when the Post Office is actually open. This is because operating hours …
Read More »Collectors furious with Royal Mail after rise in ‘defacing’ stamps
© Provided by The Telegraph Cancelled stamp Furious stamp collectors have accused Post Office staff of defacing stamps with biro pens and rendering them “worthless”. Instead of being “cancelled” with official, dated postmarks, stamps are increasingly being scrawled on by Post Office workers, enthusiasts have said. Collectors and dealers have …
Read More »The heavens open over London as royal superfans are SOAKED in downpours a day before Coronation
Royal superfans have been soaked by torrential downpours today as the heavens opened up over London just a day before King Charles’s historic Coronation. Though the capital was drenched in heavy rain, spirits remained high as fans flock to the Mall to await the magnificent procession from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey …
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