Speculation is rife within the industry that a new owner might close up to half of WHSmith’s 500 high street stores. The iconic bookseller and stationer has announced it is exploring different strategic options for its profitable and cash-generative high street business, which could involve divesting these branches. Do you …
Read More »Dog owners warned to take action or face a huge payout
Dog owners have been warned they should take out comprehensive insurance as they could face a huge claim for compensation if someone gets bitten. Statistics from Royal Mail showed 2,206 dog attacked reported in the year up to March 2024 – a 15 per cent increase on the previous 12 …
Read More »Frome’s postal chaos leaves residents fuming
Royal Mail has faced further calls to address the ‘deteriorating’ situation at the Frome sorting office. Anna Sabine MP has written to Ofcom after several attempts to contact the Department of Business and Trade, to which she has received no response. Ms Sabine, the MP for Frome and East Somerset …
Read More »Call workplace meetings at Royal Mail delivery offices to oppose USO pilots!
The Postal Workers Rank-and-File Committee (PWRFC) has drafted a model resolution (see below) for discussion and adoption at Royal Mail delivery offices and mail centres. The PWRFC is urging colleagues to convene workplace meetings to block the imposition of measures aimed at dismantling the Universal Service Obligation (USO) and destroying …
Read More »Dog owners issued urgent Royal Mail warning that could lead to huge fine or jail
Dog owners are being warned they could be handed huge fines or even jail-time if their pets attack Royal Mail posties. Data from Royal Mail indicated there were 42 dog attacks a week in 2023 and 2024. In the year to March 2024, 2,206 dog attacks were reported – a …
Read More »Fury as Royal Mail plans to slash second class post deliveries across UK
Residents of Tiverton and Minehead are bracing for disappointment as Royal Mail considers slashing second-class deliveries. Rachel Gilmour, Liberal Democrat MP for Tiverton and Minehead, has slammed proposals that would allow Royal Mail to significantly cut the deliveries of second-class post, including scrapping Saturday delivery and only delivering during the …
Read More »New AC/DC stamps celebrate 50th anniversary of debut album ‘High Voltage’
AC/DC released their debut album ‘High Voltage’ in 1975 and went on to become one of the world’s biggest rock bands. The new set of stamps celebrates their career and live performances. ADVERTISEMENT Royal Mail has announced that new stamps are about to be issued to mark the 50th anniversary …
Read More »AC/DC honoured in Royal Mail stamp collection for debut album’s 50th anniversary
The 50th anniversary of AC/DC’s monumental debut album is being celebrated by the Royal Mail with the release of a set of eight stamps. The collection honours the band’s “electrifying” live performances and featuring some of their most iconic album covers. Additionally, a miniature sheet presents four more stamps showcasing …
Read More »Hard Rock Legends AC/DC Honored On British Postage Stamps
A new stamp issue from Royal Mail celebrating AC/DC. credit: Royal Mail Although primarily linked to Australia where they formed in 1973, legendary rock band AC/DC — led by guitar hero Angus Young — are being celebrated by Britain’s postal agency. As part of its continuing series spotlighting musical acts, …
Read More »New stamps to celebrate anniversary of debut album by rock band AC/DC | The Standard
The Highway To Hell stamp is among those in the new set (Royal Mail/PA). Alan Jonesjust now. MORE ABOUT. AC/DC · Royal Mail. Source link
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