Recently the locks on our communal doors have been updated, from simple buzzer and vocal, to a system with a camera enabling the residents to see who is at the door. The previous locks allowed doors to be opened allowing deliveries. The new locks keep the doors locked 24/7. Unfortunately …
Read More »Popular East Yorkshire postmaster retires after 15 years in role
John took on his first Post Office at Gilberdyke in June 2010 John Shepherd passes the keys to the new postmaster Rachel Chandrakumar(Image: Post Office) Popular postmaster John Shepherd has retired from running Gilberdyke Post Office and the two outreach branches he started at Eastrington and Broomfleet. After a successful …
Read More »Residents miss ‘important’ letters as post not delivered ‘for weeks’
One person said she missed a letter that said she had a ‘serious’ issue with her car Residents in Hampton are frustrated with the lack of post being delivered.(Image: PA) Residents are frustrated with the lack of post being delivered, with some missing “important” letters. Some people who live in …
Read More »‘Shocking’ Royal Mail blasted over delays and missing post in Greater Manchester
‘People rely on the postal service, and when it fails, the consequences are serious’ Rochdale MP has complained of the ‘shocking state’ of Royal Mail service(Image: PA) Royal Mail bosses have been hauled in for urgent talks with a Government minister after Rochdale’s MP raised concerns over the ‘shocking’ state …
Read More »Champion darts player had ‘proper laugh’ with Anne
The best female darts player in the world said she had a “right proper laugh” with the Princess Royal as she was formally appointed OBE. Deta Hedman, from Witham in Essex, won the WDF Women’s World Championship title in December. Advertisement The 66-year-old previously quit the sport because it clashed …
Read More »Why is my postbox covered in black plastic?
Have you noticed anything different about postboxes near you? Some have been wrapped in black plastic, prompting users to wonder whether they were being taken down as fewer people send letters. But instead of being removed, they are going to be upgraded – people will be able to post small …
Read More »Royal Mail (OTCMKTS:ROYMY) Shares Gap Up
Shares of Royal Mail Plc (OTCMKTS:ROYMY – Get Free Report) gapped up prior to trading on Friday . The stock had previously closed at $8.05, but opened at $8.40. Royal Mail shares last traded at $8.40, with a volume of 163 shares. Get Royal Mail alerts: Sign Up Royal Mail …
Read More »Banking hub statement as worker accused of short-changing customer
A fraud investigation is underway Stone Banking Hub Banking hub bosses say they are working with the police after a worker was accused of short-changing a customer. A fraud investigation was launched after a woman claimed £140 was missing as she tried to pay in cash, She explained to officers …
Read More »Top 10 UK brands including M&S, Netflix and Cadbury – full list
Is your favourite brand on the list? The best brand in the UK has been crowned (stock image)(Image: iStockphoto) The top 10 strongest brands in Britain have been revealed – and the winner may surprise you. There are thousands of companies on the UK high street these days, and as …
Read More »Postboxes to stay shut for ‘next few months’ as future tech created 200 miles away
Postboxes across Norfolk are to remain out of action for at least “the next few months” as a major upgrade project is completed in Gloucestershire. Some of the Royal Mail’s classic red boxes have been wrapped up in black bin bags while they are transformed into “postboxes of the future”. …
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