USA
Storms Uri and Viola have been causing delays and disruption across the US. Postal delays are to be expected. We will keep you informed of any developments.
United Kingdom
Unfortunately, Royal Mail has advised that due to resourcing issues due to staff sickness or staff isolating, some areas will receive reduced deliveries and delays are to be expected. Below is a list of the affected areas:
- Ashford
- Basildon
- Bury St Edmunds
- Chelmsford
- Daventry
- Debden
- Enfield
- Hampton
- Highbury
- Horsham
- Ilford
- Leeds City
- Lewisham
- Magherafelt
- Margate
- Rugeley
- Somerton
- South Ockendon
- South Woodford
- Upper Holloway
- Widnes
We will keep you informed of any developments.
European Deliveries
As reported in the news, the Channel Tunnel and the Port of Dover are both closed to ‘accompanied’ traffic from the UK to France for a period of 48 hours. Along with flights being cancelled from the UK to some European countries.
As a result of the aforementioned announcements, immediate service disruptions are expected with some lanes being closed until further notice. We are working with all of our suppliers to keep mail items moving and will keep you informed of any developments.
Slovakia
Slovenská pošta has advised that the Slovakian Government announced a new lockdown which will last until at least the 10th January 2021.
Slovenská pošta will continue to operate and provide postal services but with a reduced workforce and reduced hours. Processing and delivery delays are to be expected.
Thailand
Thailand Post has advised that the heavy rain in southern Thailand has ended and all postal operations have returned to normal.