Make sure you post your Christmas parcels by these dates

ROYAL Mail is urging customers to post their mail before the last recommended posting dates, to ensure that parcels, letters and cards arrive with loved ones in good time for Christmas.

For all 2nd Class mail, Wednesday, December 18 is the last recommended posting date

For all 1st Class mail, the last recommended posting date is Friday, December 20.

To ensure mail arrives safely, people are advised to make sure the full address is written clearly on the item of mail, and always include the full postcode. You should also ensure that the correct amount of postage has been applied to avoid any delays or extra charges for the recipient.

Customers who miss the posting dates can use the Special Delivery service up until Monday, December 23.