Are royal mail working on christmas eve
Royal Mail's delivery schedules and services may vary on Christmas Eve, depending on the type of service and the location. Here's what you can expect:
Standard Delivery Services:
- Royal Mail's standard delivery services, including 1st Class and 2nd Class mail, will operate as normal on Christmas Eve (December 24th) until 2 pm.
- After 2 pm, Royal Mail will start to wind down their operations to allow staff to prepare for the Christmas break.
Special Delivery Services:
- Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1 pm and Special Delivery Guaranteed by 9 am services will not be available on Christmas Eve.
- Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1 pm and Special Delivery Guaranteed by 9 am services will resume on December 27th.
Christmas Delivery Deadlines:
- To ensure delivery by Christmas Day, Royal Mail recommends sending your mail by the following deadlines:
- 1st Class mail: December 20th
- 2nd Class mail: December 18th
- Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1 pm: December 23rd
- Special Delivery Guaranteed by 9 am: December 22nd
Christmas and New Year's Bank Holidays:
- Royal Mail will be closed on Christmas Day (December 25th) and New Year's Day (January 1st).
- There will be no deliveries or collections on these days.
It's always a good idea to check the Royal Mail website or contact your local post office for the most up-to-date information on delivery schedules and services during the holiday season.