Christmas cards and gifts may have to be sent earlier than expected this year as Royal Mail workers are striking in the lead up to the festive period. While it may seem like that there’s still plenty of time before December 25, the date is creeping ever closer. Christmas is …
Read More »Royal Mail delivering letters to Santa for 2022 – and he’ll even write back
Christmas is just around the corner, and to help children get into the festive spirit, Royal Mail has launched something very special. Youngsters can write their letters to Santa Claus and have them sent to the North Pole – and he’ll even send a response in the post. There’s only …
Read More »Gobserton, Pinchbeck, Quadring, Spalding and Surfleet clubs feature in our community news roundup
Our latest roundup features community news from across the district. Gosberton Are there any gardeners who would like to create something special at The Marjorum Hall in Gosberton Risegate? It is hoped to form a community gardening group including those with experience and enthusiastic beginners. Contact Lesley Jacobs on 07886 …
Read More »The strange reasons people sell their homes – including ghosts and mysterious leaks
Selling a home is a big decision, so the reason for doing so is often very understandable. However, some who have shared their reason for moving home may raise an eyebrow. While typical reasons include selling up for a bigger home or getting a bit closer to friends and family, …
Read More »October strikes to include ASLEF train drivers, RMT railway workers, Royal Mail staff and 999 call handlers
Thousands of disgruntled workers are gearing up to down tools and walkout as they re-ignite their campaigns for better pay. Recent plans for industrial action across numerous sectors had to be hastily abandoned after the Queen’s death was announced. But with the national period of mourning now over and few …
Read More »Royal Mail strike action to start later this month amid union pay dispute
More than 100,000 Royal Mail staff members will strike over four days in a call for a “dignified, proper pay rise.” The industrial action is set to take place on August 26 and 31 as well as September 8 and 9. It comes after a 77 percent ballot turnout from …
Read More »Millions of stamps to be phased out in just six months – how to get them exchanged
Royal Mail stamps that feature the Queen’s head are to be phased out by the end of January 2023. The so-called “definitive” stamps will lead to an extra charge if you try to use them after the deadline. Moving forward, the only stamps with the Queen’s profile will be the …
Read More »People’s ‘minds are blown’ after learning what bottom of postboxes actually look like
A photo of unearthed postboxes has gone viral on twitter – and people can’t believe it. The photo shows the iconic red Royal Mail postboxes are much bigger than many think they are. The photo shows three postboxes that have been unearthed, uncovering a large section that is dug into …
Read More »Six new laws and rules coming to Scotland this April that will impact you
There are a number of important rule changes set to come into force next month. Laws on things such as minimum and living wage will be altered from the end of this week with changes to Scotland’s Covid rules also set to come into force before the end of April. …
Read More »Royal Mail urges people to get rid of old stamps before huge barcode change
Royal Mail are changing to way we use stamps as unique barcodes will help enhance security of postal services. The postal service is adding unique barcodes to stamps with the traditional ones set to phased out within a year. Royal Mail is urging customers to find and use-up any non-barcoded …
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