The Post Office is advising customers to prepare themselves if they intend to use its services today (December 8). December marks the peak period for dispatching letters and parcels throughout the UK and internationally. Numerous people will be sending Christmas presents to family and friends this week, whilst others are …
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December is the busiest period for the service Today is expected to be the busiest day of the year for the Post Office(Image: Yau Ming Low via Getty Images) The Post Office is advising customers to prepare themselves if they intend to use its services today (December 8). December marks …
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Read More »Post Office issues warning to anyone heading to one of its branches today
The Post Office has urged customers to be aware of a few things if they are planning on sending letters and parcels today, as it is expected to be the busiest day of the year The Post Office has warned customers wanting to post parcels and letters today(Image: Gannet77 via …
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