By Sophia Dourou (May 17, 2023, 5:20 PM BST) — Britain’s competition appeals tribunal has allowed Dutch truckmaker DAF to challenge part of a £15.2 million ($19 million) judgment for overcharging BT and Royal Mail, because it might be relevant in future cases where prices are passed on to consumers…. …
Read More »This week in royal history: Queen Elizabeth II becomes first British monarch to address congress
It was a historic address to a nation which Britain had unwillingly given up in the 18th Century – under the watch of King George III. On May 16, 1991, George’s distant relative Queen Elizabeth II spoke in the US Congress, becoming the first British monarch to do so. In …
Read More »Ofcom launches investigation into Royal Mail’s delivery performance
Ofcom has opened an investigation into Royal Mail’s failure to meet its delivery targets for 2022 and 2023. ‘) } // –> Under Ofcom’s rules, Royal Mail is required to meet specific performance targets across the year, excluding the Christmas period. Among other targets, Royal Mail must deliver 93% of …
Read More »Longer lorries to grace UK roads from end of May
Longer lorries will hit the roads of the UK next month in a bid to improve air quality and boost the economy. From May 31, articulated trucks will be allowed to tow trailers measuring up to 18.55 metres in length – an increase of 2.05 metres compared with the maximum …
Read More »Westcliff sexual assault probe sees police appeal issued
The victim was at Aldi in London Road on December 23 at around 3pm, when she was approached by the suspect, who offered to help her with her bags. When they arrived back at the victim’s address nearby, the suspect allegedly sexually assaulted her. An Essex Police spokesman said: “Investigating officers have …
Read More »ANDREW LOWNIE: Why do we allow the Windsors and the government to censor royal history?
A new reign is a chance to assess the past and see how things might be done differently. Will King Charles seize the moment? I am not convinced. It is true that Charles has agreed for royal links to slavery to be probed, which might seem brave of him. This, …
Read More »Royal Mail apologise to Sheldon residents ‘missing crucial health appointments’ due to delays
Royal Mail have apologised to Sheldon residents left ‘in despair’ who are missing ‘crucial health appointments’ as letters are not being delivered on time. The postal firm has said ‘higher levels of sickness than usual’ at a local post office was to blame. A number of concerned Sheldon residents have …
Read More »Kate Middleton opens up about the struggle of learning to be royal during a visit to a youth charity
The Princess of Wales spoke about the struggle of learning to be a royal – and the challenge of bringing up children with different personalities – on a visit to a youth charity today. Kate also talked to girls from a school in Bristol about her own vulnerabilities after losing …
Read More »Appeal after postbox stolen from Suffolk village near Saxmundham | News
Planet Radiohits radiosuffolknews It’s just the latest postbox in Suffolk to be taken A Royal Mail postbox in Badingham – this isn’t the one that was taken Author: Matt SoanesPublished 3 hours ago Police are appealing for witnesses after a postbox was stolen from a Suffolk village. The Royal Mail …
Read More »Royal Blue! King Charles and Queen Camilla co-ordinate their outfits in teal and navy
The King and Queen looked regal in co-ordinated outfits as the sun shone down on them during their first joint engagement since the Coronation this morning. King Charles, 74, and Queen Camilla, 75, beamed as they met with adoring royal fans in Covent Garden, central London, they made several visits. …
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