Comments on: What is Royal Mail’s Universal Service Obligation and why is it important?

By: Prices going up again – but not for second class stamps - How much is a 2nd Class Stamp?

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 15:25:20 +0000

[…] their first class service. If this is the aim then it simply strengthens their claim to remove the universal obligation as letter volumes will fall even further than they currently have. Perhaps this is their […]

By: Royal Mail's hidden price rise for second class stamps - How much is a 2nd Class Stamp?

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 10:41:01 +0000

[…] they simply point to dropping mail volumes, increased costs, and the onerous restrictions of the Universal Service Obligation. Fine, but where are the […]

By: scoobydoo99

scoobydoo99 — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 08:03:19 +0000

In reply to Peter Bloxham. I have been, as have many other commentators. RM are perfectly entitled to change their product range at any time they like, and that includes invalidating groups of stamps. In fact, we should expect something similar to happen to QEII commemoratives within the next few years. Whether this is a good thing or not, is another discussion entirely.

By: Peter Bloxham

Peter Bloxham — Sat, 02 Sep 2023 16:06:52 +0000

are you taking an interest in what Royal Mail has done in relation to “classic” (ie pre barcode) stamps? What is the legal basis for this?

By: scoobydoo99

scoobydoo99 — Tue, 13 Dec 2022 11:26:36 +0000

In reply to G.K.Galloway. Hi there, you could try Royal Mail's Claim Centre. Please note that your issue will be direct with Royal Mail with which we have no affiliation.

By: G.K.Galloway

G.K.Galloway — Mon, 12 Dec 2022 10:59:27 +0000

How do I claim for compensation if my letters are not collected and or delivered within your obligation period of every day for 6 days a week.