(Undated)–With today (Monday) being Memorial Day, it is a federal holiday. City, state and federal offices, as well as public buildings and public schools are all closed today. In addition, U.S. Postal Service offices will be closed today so there will be no mail delivery and retail services are not …
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Boom Radio and Radio Trent presenter John Peters has died aged 75. Mr Peters has been described as a “radio man through and through” by Boom Radio, which he joined in February 2021. The station said Mr Peters died this week following an illness. The presenter, originally from Middlesex, first …
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Black postboxes are a rare sight in the UK, and many people are unaware of the significance behind the dark hue – leading to confusion and intrigue among locals Not all postboxes are the traditional red colour (stock photo)(Image: (Image: Getty Images)) Brits have been left scratching their heads over …
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The 70-year-old, the subject of the ITV drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office revealed he has been told to ‘take it or leave it’ 11:42, 25 May 2025Updated 11:45, 25 May 2025 The former postmaster has led a campaign for justice against the Post Office(Image: Lucy North/PA Wire) The …
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Drivers are being reminded by the DVLA that it may be time to renew their driving licences. The agency warned in a post on social media platform X: “Due to renew your driving licence? Do it online. It’s easy, quick and secure to renew on gov.uk.” Under current rules, photocard …
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Royal Mail failed to deliver just under a quarter of first-class post on time over the last year, missing its delivery targets set by Ofcom. The company said 76.3% of first-class mail arrived within one working day in the 12 months to the end of March. The figure marks a …
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Royal Mail is facing the threat of a fresh fine after delivering almost one in four first-class letters late. The postal service fell short of its targets for letter deliveries in its latest financial year, triggering an Ofcom investigation that could lead to a sanction. If confirmed, it would be …
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Regulators have launched an investigation into Royal Mail after it delivered just over three-quarters of first-class post on time last year, missing its delivery targets set by the communications watchdog. The company said 76.3% of first-class mail arrived within one working day in the 12 months to the end of …
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Rachel Reeves’ woes deepened today as government borrowing hit a grim new mark despite her huge tax raid – and experts warned she will have to increase the burden on Brits again. The embattled Chancellor saw the public sector rack up £20.2billion of borrowing last month, far more than the £17.6billion analysts …
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A postman who was sacked over child abuse images blamed a WhatsApp joke after he was hauled back to court over extreme pornography featuring a corpse and a fish. James Crispin, 45, who threw away his 20-year career at Royal Mail when he was let off with a suspended sentence …
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