Despite the chill that’s currently sweeping across the UK, you’ll still spot your local postie sporting a pair of shorts while on the job. It might seem odd to see them dressed for summer in single-digit temperatures, but there’s actually a reason behind this sartorial choice. Curiosity about this led …
Read More »People are just realising reason post workers still wear shorts during winter
Even with temperatures plummeting to single digits across the UK, postal workers persistently sport shorts on their delivery rounds. It might be super cold outside, but that’ll never stop them and there’s a clever reason why. A post on Reddit seeking answers on the matter sparked a conversation after someone …
Read More »Clever reason Royal Mail workers always wear shorts – even when it’s cold outside
It’s safe to say the weather across the UK is freezing right now. Some parts of the country are set to welcome snow, while others are freezing in single-digit temperatures. Nonetheless, it might be a snow storm outside but it’ll never stop our postmen/women from working hard and wearing shorts …
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Parents have been urged to be mindful of what Christmas adverts their children are watching News Zahna Eklund Social News Reporter 10:00, 05 Dec 2024 Christmas adverts could ‘ruin the magic’ for kids (stock photo)(Image: Getty ) Parents are being urged to stay vigilant over the Christmas adverts their kids …
Read More »What £1 could buy 30 years ago as people say ‘we had it so good’
A stroll down memory lane has led social media users to declare ‘we had it so good’ in the 90s. It was a time when a £1 coin went a long way, leaving many feeling very nostalgic. An Instagram post by @my90sthings shared a reel showing exactly what a quid …
Read More »Postman who served in a community for 30 years gets a heartwarming farewell gift from its residents
A postman does not only bring posts and letters. They deliver love, joy, sorrow, and a lot of other emotions at people’s doors. They become a part of the community where they serve. When Graham McFiggins, a beloved Royal Mail postman, retired, the residents in the Poets area of Bedford …
Read More »How to work out if your 2p coin is worth £1,000 after Royal Mint mistake
Brits are being urged to check their loose change for a rare 2p piece that could be worth from £800 to £1,000 – and it’s all down to a mistake that was made with Royal Mint The 2p piece is worth up to £1,000 ( Image: Getty Images) We all …
Read More »Letter finally arrives 100 years after it was posted – leaving Royal Mail baffled
The envelope had a stamp of King George V’s head and was addressed to Katie Marsh, wife of stamp dealer Oswald Marsh, and sent by her friend Christabel Mennell A letter posted in 1916 has finally been delivered – over 100 years too late ( Image: BBC) A letter that …
Read More »Queen Elizabeth’s Handwritten Note To Grandson Prince William Goes Viral
Queen Elizabeth II, who died recently at the age of ninety-six, was the longest-reigning monarch. But there was another thing that was no secret: she was extremely fond of her grandchildren. Queen Elizabeth’s handwritten note to grandson Prince William goes viral Now, a handwritten note by the Queen is going …
Read More »Postman shares ‘number eight’ mistake people make that could stop them getting mail
TikToker and postman Ben Davis – who works for Royal Mail – has shared the ‘worst thing he’s even seen’ on the job – and claims it’s a common mistake that people fall victim to The postman spoke about the ‘worst thing he’s ever seen’ ( Image: @bendavis_86/TikTok) A postman …
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