James Martin’s background as a farmer’s son, as well as being classically French-trained as a chef, has had a huge influence on the way he cooks. The Yorkshire-born 50-year-old is much-loved around the country for his simple but delicious recipes, as well as his cheeky chappy personality that shines through …
Read More »Post Office charges customers £10 if they are grumpy or irritable
A Post Office in Wales has taken a strong stand against people who are grumpy, rude or irritable. Bosses have put up a sign to warn customers their short tempers simply won’t be tolerated. The sign in question, shared by a local patron, reads, ‘If you are grouchy, irritable, or …
Read More »Millions of stamps will become worthless in just six months – what to do next
Royal Mail warns customers to use their Swap Out exchange scheme before millions of stamps become worthless and charges may be incurred for using them You may incur a charge for ‘insufficient postage’ if you use non-barcoded stamps past the deadline of January 31 2023 ( Image: PA) Millions of …
Read More »Missing snake seen slithering in Canterbury near Royal Mail delivery office in Military Road
A snake has been spotted on the loose near Canterbury city centre. The reptile was seen slithering along the pavement near Royal Mail’s delivery office in Military Road. The corn snake has been seen on the loose in Military Road, Canterbury. Picture: Rebecca Ewing Residents had previously reported seeing an …
Read More »Royal Mail strengthens green credentials with 2,000 electric Peugeot postvans
Peugeot is to supply Royal Mail with 2,000 electric vans as the postal service looks to increase the number of EVs on its fleet. The French firm’s vans have been widely used by Royal Mail since 2009, with Peugeot saying there are already 28,000 of its commercial vehicles being used …
Read More »Queen’s grandson James, Viscount Severn, 14, steps into the spotlight
He’s largely grown up away from the limelight – but James, Viscount Severn, has made himself firmly seen this week following a spate of appearances with his family. The 14-year-old, thought to be one of the ‘Queen’s favourite’ grandchildren, has joined his parents, Prince Edward and Sophie Wessex, and his sister Lady …
Read More »Families of Sir Nicholas Winton’s kinder invited to recreate TV history
The makers of a film about Holocaust hero Sir Nicholas Winton are set to recreate the television scene where he came face to face with dozens of children he helped to rescue – and are inviting their relatives to take part. The 1988 episode of That’s Life! in which Esther …
Read More »Pitney Bowes and Narvar helping retail brands to streamline returns
Pitney Bowes and Narvar have announced they will be working together to help retail brands streamline their processes for merchandise returns. “Post-purchase processes – and returns in particular – are not only significant cost centers for ecommerce brands, but are becoming even more complex due to supply chain disruption and …
Read More »Royal Mail strengthens green credentials with 2,000 electric Peugeot postvans
Peugeot is to supply Royal Mail with 2,000 electric vans as the postal service looks to increase the number of EVs on its fleet. The French firm’s vans have been widely used by Royal Mail since 2009, with Peugeot saying there are already 28,000 of its commercial vehicles being used …
Read More »Royal expert claims affectionate upbringing from Diana inspired William to hug Lionesses
Just like his mother! Prince William ‘deliberately’ broke royal protocol to hug Lionesses after their Euro win due to affectionate upbringing from Princess Diana, royal expert claims The Duke of Cambridge, 40, was pictured hugging England Women’s players William presented the Lionesses with medals after they beat Germany 2-1 Royal …
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