Does royal mail special delivery come with the postman

In the UK, Royal Mail Special Delivery is a tracked and signed-for service that guarantees delivery by 1pm or 9am, depending on the option chosen. However, it does not necessarily mean that the postman will deliver the item personally.

Here's what you can expect:

• Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1pm: This service guarantees delivery by 1pm on the next working day (Monday to Friday). The item will be delivered to your doorstep, but it may be left with a neighbor or in a safe place if you're not available. The postman will not necessarily deliver the item personally.
• Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed by 9am: This service guarantees delivery by 9am on the next working day (Monday to Friday). The item will be delivered to your doorstep, and the postman will attempt to deliver it personally. However, if you're not available, the item may be left with a neighbor or in a safe place.

In both cases, the postman will leave a card if you're not available to sign for the item. You can then arrange for redelivery or collect the item from your local post office.

It's worth noting that Royal Mail Special Delivery is a tracked service, which means you can track the item's progress online and receive updates on its delivery status.