Royal Mail said the stamps had themes of friendship, humanity, loyalty and love. The company also worked with Robin Hood expert Dr Lesley Coote, from … Source link
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The royal family appears to have appropriated two sets of stamps that were official state gifts, incorporating them into an extraordinarily valuable private stamp collection that King Charles inherited from his mother. The gifts, a mint collection of historical Canadian stamps and a rare set of stamps from Laos, were …
Read More »Royal Mail to launch Scottish islands drone delivery service
Skyports claims its operation, set up with Royal Mail and Scottish airline Loganair, will “revolutionise connectivity, access and safety throughout the rural island region”. The London-based firm, which claims to be a global leader in drone logistics, surveys and monitoring, said its Orkney I-Port project also has Orkney Islands Council …
Read More »Skyports Drone Services to launch drone delivery flights for Royal Mail
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Read More »Electric drones to help with Royal Mail deliveries in Orkney
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Read More »Updated list of Essex areas affected by Royal Mail delays
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Read More »New stamps issued to celebrate story of Robin Hood
The 10 stamps show key moments in the legend of the outlaw, such as robbing the rich, capturing the sheriff and marrying Maid Marian. Other characters depicted on the stamps include Friar Tuck, Little John and King Richard. The illustrations were created by concept artist Jon McCoy, who has worked …
Read More »New stamps issued to celebrate story of Robin Hood
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails A set of new stamps is being issued celebrating the story of Robin Hood. The 10 stamps show key moments in the legend …
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