When does royal mail stop delivering
Royal Mail, the UK's postal service, typically delivers mail and parcels Monday to Saturday, but there are some exceptions and limitations to their delivery schedule. Here are some general guidelines:
- Monday to Saturday: Royal Mail delivers mail and parcels Monday to Saturday, except for public holidays.
- Sunday delivery: Royal Mail does not deliver mail or parcels on Sundays, except for some special services like Sunday delivery for certain businesses and organizations.
- Public holidays: Royal Mail does not deliver mail or parcels on public holidays, including Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day, and Easter Monday.
- Special delivery: Royal Mail offers special delivery services, such as Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed, which guarantees delivery by 1 pm or 9 am the next working day. These services may have different delivery schedules and restrictions.
- Remote areas: In some remote areas, Royal Mail may not deliver mail or parcels on certain days of the week or may have limited delivery services.
- Weather conditions: In extreme weather conditions, such as heavy snow or flooding, Royal Mail may suspend or delay delivery services.
- Industrial action: In the event of industrial action by Royal Mail staff, delivery services may be disrupted or suspended.
It's always a good idea to check with Royal Mail or the sender of your mail or parcel to confirm the expected delivery date and time.