[ad_1] Nearly 400 temporary workers are set to be employed by the Royal Mail at an Essex mail centre in order to deliver packages over Christmas this year. Royal Mail has announced a huge recruitment drive of 370 temporary staff at the Chelmsford Mail Centre to run from late October to early January 2024. The…
[ad_1] Royal Mail’s boss has vowed to deliver Christmas for Bristol – in contrast to last year’s chaotic scenes. The 2022 festive period was mired by strike action and saw a huge build up of letters and parcels at the Filton sorting office. But yesterday the delivery service announced it was recruiting 460 members of…
[ad_1] As winter looms and the countdown to Christmas has begun, for many the thought of mulled wine, bratwürst and mince pies comes to mind. Cities burst into colour at Christmas as markets take over the streets. Starting in the 15th century in Germany, the Christmas market has taken over and you are bound to…
[ad_1] Christmas may appear to be a long way off yet but supermarkets, high street stores, cafes and hotels are all beginning to prepare for their busiest time of year by recruiting more staff. From welcoming guests at the iconic tunnel of lights event in Charlestown to dressing up as Santa to bring Christmas magic…
[ad_1] With less than 90 days to go until Christmas Day, preparations are well underway for some of the UK’s biggest winter events. One of the most popular things to do over the festive season is to head along to a Christmas market. After all, there’s nothing quite like wrapping up in a fluffy scarf…
[ad_1] One of the UK’s leading suppliers of greeting cards based in Gloucestershire wants to make customers aware they can still send a card but must think about sending them earlier ahead of a rise in the cost of stamps. Cherry Orchard Publishing located at Twyning near Tewkesbury says it is shocked about Royal Mail…
[ad_1] Christmas is just around the corner, and those who are looking to make an extra bit of cash could apply for a seasonal role with Royal Mail. The courier company is looking for individuals to bring some extra “festive cheer” over what will be it’s busiest time period. The roles Royal Mail are looking…
[ad_1] Martin Lewis has sent a warning urging people to stock up on an everyday item before this weekend’s price hike. On Monday (October 2) first class stamps will cost you 14 per cent more. They are due to rise 15p from £1.10 to £1.25, according to the Liverpool Echo. But if you are quick…
[ad_1] The final days of the British summer are winding down as autumn and winter approaches. But this means Christmas will be on its way soon. Christmas is a busy period for many, with plenty of people relying on the postal service to send gifts across the country. To meet the high demand, Royal Mail…
[ad_1] SIR – I do wonder about the people running Royal Mail, and what business acumen they demonstrated to secure their roles (“Royal Mail adds Christmas and net zero surcharge to deliveries”, report, September 15). The company is clearly struggling amid the headwinds created by electronic communications and inflation. Sadly, however, this new plan, which…