Last post? Post Offices are being subsidised by loyal subpostmasters in an ‘untold scandal’ (Image: Daily Express) Britain’s army of loyal postmasters are paying to keep counters open for their communities in another Post Office “scandal”. Many are subsidising loss making businesses from their own pockets or forced to plough money from …
Read More »Retailers rage at PayPoint’s plan to slash Yodel parcel commission rates by 28%
PayPoint is to slash retailer commissions on parcel services, blaming InPost’s acquisition of Yodel earlier this year. As first reported by Convenience Store, letters sent to major chains this week announced commissions for most Yodel parcels will drop by more than a quarter from 35p to 25p, while store-to-store parcels …
Read More »New long-distance cycle route launched in Oxfordshire
The Royal Chilterns Way is a 175-mile route designed for ‘bike-packing’ adventures or day rides. The route was launched by Cycling UK on Monday, August 18, as part of its Adventure Route Series. Robin Tucker, secretary of Cycling UK Oxfordshire, said: “I’ve ridden some of these trails before, but joining …
Read More »Royal insult case against former Thailand PM dismissed – Mandurah Mail
A court in Thailand has dismissed a royal insult case against influential former premier Thaksin Shinawatra, the first in a series of high-stakes … Source link
Read More »Mail services halt US deliveries as end of de minimis exemption nears
Postal services across the world are cutting off parcel deliveries to the US as the fast-approaching end of a tariff exception for low-value packages sows chaos in global shipping. As of Aug 29, President Donald Trump is ending the so-called de minimis exemption that has applied to more than four …
Read More »Some UK publishers halt US supply – PG Buzz
The GCA has published a blog explaining the new US rules, as understood at the moment, which includes Royal Mail working to ensure customers will be … Source link
Read More »Online shoppers warned not to pay the £2 delivery fee, as bank accounts emptied – Liverpool Echo
A message claiming to be from a well-known courier like Royal Mail, DPD, Evri or DHL drops into your inbox. It looks legitimate, complete with … Source link
Read More »The Royal Countess Zingara returns with La Dolce Royal
The Royal Countess Zingara returns after a decade to present La Dolce Royal, opening on Saturday, October 11, at Century City. The production combines acrobatics, live music, and a five-course dinner in a mirrored tent. The show features local and international performers, including aerial duo Juan Palacios and Victoria Perez, …
Read More »Trustees: Strong governance will be key for CDC schemes | News | IPE
She stressed the importance of scheme design in ensuring generational fairness and pointed to lessons learned from Royal Mail's CDC scheme. She … Source link
Read More »Thailand’s Thaksin faces royal insult verdict today, possible 15-year jail term as family’s political dynasty falters
BANGKOK, Aug 22 — Thailand’s former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra will learn his fate on today in a royal insult case that could see him jailed, as the political dynasty he founded falters after two decades of dominating Thai politics. The 76-year-old faces up to 15 years in prison if the …
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