The Trump administration is ending the de minimis exemption for packages entering the U.S., meaning customers buying directly from overseas sellers may soon face higher fees and delays. The de minimis rule has allowed shipments valued under $800 to enter the U.S. duty-free. But as President Donald Trump ramps up …
Read More »Royal Mail eCourier drivers launch legal battle over worker rights
Tuesday 26 August 2025 2:20 pm Share Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp Email Share on Email Legal action has been launched against Royal Mail eCourier by drivers claiming they have been unlawfully denied workers’ rights by being classified as …
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Round 25 of the Betfred Super League is also another key fixture in the Final Charge that will decide the league standings ahead of the play-offs. Paul Wellens’ men are also eager to get revenge after a 24-14 defeat at the Brick Community Stadium back on Good Friday. DERBY COUNTDOWN …
Read More »Royal Mail temporarily stops sending packages to US due to Trump tariffs
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Read More »Royal Mail halts package service from today as huge change could mean extra fees
Royal Mail users could soon be hit with added fees as the postal service makes a major move. The Royal Mail has made a major change today concerning how customers send packages.(Image: Rasid Necati Aslim/Getty Images) Royal Mail has brought in a huge change today that will impact how customers …
Read More »Royal Mail eCourier drivers launch legal battle over worker rights
Legal action has been launched against Royal Mail eCourier by drivers claiming they have been unlawfully denied workers’ rights by being classified as self-employed independent contractors. A group of 15 former eCourier drivers, who are members of the IWGB union, are bringing the ‘opt-in’ claim, led by claimant law firm …
Read More »Map Shows Countries Suspending Postal Service to United States
Postal services in more than 20 countries have announced the temporary suspension of most parcel shipments to the U.S., citing uncertainty over the effects of a Trump administration policy change. The suspensions, which affect shipments of goods valued under $800, follow a recent executive order signed by U.S. President Donald …
Read More »Royal Mail suspends parcel delivery to the USA: what is happening
The British postal service has implemented significant changes for customers sending parcels, which may lead to additional costs for clients. Starting August 26, parcels can no longer be sent to the USA due to a temporary adaptation of the postal company’s rules. The British postal service has announced huge changes …
Read More »Australia Post stops package deliveries to the US | Information Age
AusPost has halted package deliveries to the US. Source: Shutterstock Australian exporters, businesses and individuals can no longer send packages to the United States, after Australia Post joined the conga line of global mail services stopping shipments as they assess major US tariff changes. The policy changes, which take effect …
Read More »Australia, Japan join countries suspending some parcel shipments to the US | Business and Economy News
Australia and Japan latest countries to stop some postal services to US for goods valued at less than $800. Australia and Japan have joined a growing list of countries suspending some parcel shipments to the United States after US President Donald Trump’s administration ended an exemption that allowed packages valued …
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