Has royal mail postage lrices inceeased

Yes, Royal Mail has increased its postage prices several times in recent years. Here are some of the key changes:

1. January 2020: Royal Mail increased its prices by an average of 2.5% for most services, including 1st and 2nd Class stamps.
2. March 2020: Royal Mail introduced a new "Tracked 24" service, which costs £6.95 for a single item. This service provides tracking and signature on delivery.
3. April 2020: Royal Mail increased its prices by an average of 3.5% for most services, including 1st and 2nd Class stamps.
4. January 2021: Royal Mail increased its prices by an average of 2.5% for most services, including 1st and 2nd Class stamps.
5. March 2021: Royal Mail introduced a new "Tracked 48" service, which costs £4.95 for a single item. This service provides tracking and signature on delivery.
6. April 2021: Royal Mail increased its prices by an average of 3.5% for most services, including 1st and 2nd Class stamps.
7. January 2022: Royal Mail increased its prices by an average of 2.5% for most services, including 1st and 2nd Class stamps.
8. March 2022: Royal Mail introduced a new "Tracked Returns" service, which costs £5.95 for a single item. This service provides tracking and signature on return delivery.

Here are the current prices for Royal Mail postage services:

• 1st Class Stamp: £0.85 (up to 100g)
• 2nd Class Stamp: £0.68 (up to 100g)
• 1st Class Large Letter: £1.15 (101-100g)
• 2nd Class Large Letter: £0.93 (101-100g)
• Tracked 24: £6.95 (single item)
• Tracked 48: £4.95 (single item)
• Tracked Returns: £5.95 (single item)

Please note that prices may vary depending on the size and weight of the item, as well as the destination. It's always best to check the Royal Mail website for the most up-to-date pricing information.