This is what Royal Mail says about tipping your postman this Christmas

Every year the Royal Mail does us proud and makes sure we all get our Christmas cards and presents in time for the big day.

Now more than ever our postie is needed, with people no longer able to exchange gifts at parties and having to do most of their shopping online.

So how do you say thank you?

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Traditionally, some people give their postman or woman a tip at Christmas as a thank you for all their hard work – but in a pandemic is this wise?

SurreyLive  contacted Royal Mail earlier this week, and it confirmed that tipping is allowed, however it’s a “matter between customers and individual post people”.

A spokesperson said: “Royal Mail does a hugely important job at Christmas when our people work really hard to deliver cards and presents across the UK in all weathers.

“Royal Mail regards the giving of Christmas tips as a matter between customers and individual post people so long as nothing is expected in return.”

Last Royal Mail Christmas post dates

To get your parcels, letters and cards delivered to loved ones in good time, Royal Mail has revealed the last recommended posting days:

Friday December 18:  2nd Class and 2nd Class Signed For

Monday December 21:  1st Class and 1st Class Signed For Royal Mail Tracked 48*

Tuesday December 22:  Royal Mail Tracked 24*

Wednesday December 23:  Special Delivery Guaranteed

Customers should note that Royal Mail Tracked 24hr and Royal Mail Tracked 48hr services are not available to purchase at Post Office branches.