Royal fans have shared their vivid reactions to King Charles’ new portrait as the palace released a photograph of His Majesty in full military regalia to mark Armed Forces Day. The portrait of Charles III was taken by photographer Hugo Burnand in Windsor Castle’s Grand Corridor in November last year …
Read More »Postal vote delays will hit all parties, warns John Swinney
Speaking to Radio 4’s Today Programme Mr Highcock added: “I think the first thing we have to say is that the logistical timetable that we have to operate to, for any UK election, is already very tight. That’s been exacerbated in Scotland at this time, as many families have planned …
Read More »Royal Mail’s pug stamps ‘glamorise ailing breed’ claim animal rights campaigners
A spokesman for the organisation said: “Sadly, media and celebrity culture drives demand for a particularly exaggerated look in flat-faced dogs, which can lead to serious health issues such as difficulties breathing.” “Responsible breeders that prioritise health and use tools such as our breathing assessment – the Respiratory Function Grading …
Read More »Non-delivery of postal votes means some electoral results could be challenged
The Scottish school holidays fall earlier than in the rest of the United Kingdom. Malcolm Burr, the convener of the Electoral Management Board for Scotland, called for a “major review” of the postal vote system after the election. “There have been and remain issues with both suppliers and with Royal …
Read More »‘Royal Mail delivered my Christmas cards… during a heatwave’
It comes after Royal Mail wrote to residents of a coastal town apologising for delivery delays blaming dive-bombing seagulls for the inconvenience. Householders in Liskeard, Cornwall, received a letter from the Royal Mail warning them that the aggressive birds have been impacting postal deliveries in the area. Mr Bishop, 72, …
Read More »Who will get a piece of the £146million fees bonanza as part of the massive £3.6bn Royal Mail takeover by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky
By Jessica Clark Published: 19:14 EDT, 26 June 2024 | Updated: 20:40 EDT, 26 June 2024 Bankers, lawyers and advisers will earn nearly £150million from the takeover of Royal Mail. The controversial £3.6billion deal, agreed with billionaire Daniel Kretinsky, would see the postal service fall into foreign ownership for the …
Read More »People in this town aren’t getting mail because of seagull attacks
By Lauren Beavis via SWNS Postal workers should be given ‘hard hats’ to protect them from seagulls according to residents who have stopped getting mail due to attacks. Households have stopped receiving mail due to attacks by the birds and have now called for them to be issued protection. Swooping …
Read More »Postman ‘brands Reform racists on leaflets he delivers’
Royal Mail confirmed it was aware of the incident and said it was investigating. A spokesman said: “We take our role in elections very seriously, and will investigate any incident or allegation of election material being defaced. “We are aware of the video, and are conducting immediate enquiries. It’s our …
Read More »Decorated ex-Royal Marine detained by UAE ‘relieved’ to be back in Britain
A former Royal Marine who was awarded the George Cross for bravery in Afghanistan and falsely held in Dubai on spying charges has said he is “relieved” to have returned home to the UK. L/Cpl Matthew Croucher, 40, was arrested in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) last November for “accessing …
Read More »EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: King Charles turns down Royal Pigeon Racing Association patron role – despite his ancestors’ love of birds
By Ephraim Hardcastle for the Daily Mail Published: 20:40 EDT, 24 June 2024 | Updated: 21:00 EDT, 24 June 2024 One of the late Queen’s best-loved roles was patron of the Royal Pigeon Racing Association, retaining fond memories of her father George VI’s enthusiasm for the birds. His favourite, Royal …
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