Parcel Delivery News
- eBay to end third party checkout services
eBay is to get rid of third party checkout providers. - Beckham car hits £70k mark on eBay auction
A car designed for David Beckham is being sold on eBay. - eBay 'can put fashion at your finger tips'
eBay's new fashion chief thinks e-commerce can fit round people's lives. - eBay launches fashion advertising drive
eBay plans to drive fashion sales with new ad campaign. - eBay ticket site gets university approval
An eBay site is adding two US universities to its roster. - Rare vintage Pan Am bag appears on eBay
An original vintage Pan Am Airlines bag dating to the 1970s has attracted the attention of many buyers on eBay. - EBay diversification may be necessary to remain competitive
Merchants may be able to strengthen their business by diversifying their sales model to include websites such as eBay. - A-grade Irish student sells study notes on eBay
An Irish student has opted to sell his study notes on eBay in an effort to fund his college course. - EBay to integrate Facebook into Community Hub from September
Changes to the eBay Community Hub will integrate social networking sites including Twitter and Facebook. - EBay selling 'world's largest football'
The world's largest football could soon be on its way to one lucky eBay shopper with deep enough pockets to match its CAD $1.2 million price tag. - EBay 'Del Boy' set to make first £1m
Former city lawyer stands to make a million on eBay this year. - Low prices for eBay clothes and parcel delivery 'proving popular with the well-off'
Growing numbers of well-off Brits are using eBay to snap up top quality items for lower prices in the wake of the recession, research shows. - Boom in £1m entrepreneurs taking advantage of eBay parcel delivery services
Companies with a turnover in excess of £1 million have increased on eBay in the last year. - eBay tackling jewellery crime
eBay is taking on the jewel thieves with a new partnership. - J.D. Salinger toilet going for $1m on eBay
J.D. Salinger's personal toilet is up for sale on eBay. - eBay keeping in touch with employees with app
eBay is launching an app to keep its employees in touch. - eBay 'is one-stop Xmas shop'
eBay can meet all your Xmas shopping needs, the company has claimed. - eBay users raise $200m for charity
Users of eBay have reached a charity milestone. - eBay clothes sales 'soar'
More people in the UK are buying clothes online. - eBay launches Half.com iPhone app
eBay is launching a new buying app for iPhones with barcode scanning technology. - eBay looking to reform parcel delivery services?
eBay may be changing the way sellers send parcel deliveries. - eBay's PayPal planning Android integration
PayPal, the payment system used by eBay, is in talks with Google. - eBay sellers told to 'know the demand'
eBay sellers should know the demand of items they are selling, it is claimed. - Miley Cyrus to auction clothes on eBay
Miley Cyrus plans to sell her clothes on eBay. - eBay Mad Men charity auction launched
eBay is hosting a charity auction of Mad Men clothes. - eBay expands rewards programme
eBay is expanding a rewards programme to cover the entire US. - Stamp collecting market up
The market for collecting stamps appears buoyant. - Can eBay sellers use social media to their advantage?
Small eBay sellers may have an edge when using social media. - eBay looking for Canada Entrepreneur of the Year
eBay is looking for Canada's Entrepreneur of the Year - eBay sellers told to stand out from the crowd
The way for a small eBay seller to compete is to find its niche, it is claimed. - eBay app streamlines selling
Normal users of eBay can now enjoy a new app from Equinux. - Harry Potter star has old belongings sold on eBay
Jack Whitehall has put some of Harry Potter star Emma Watson's old stuff up for sale on eBay. - Did eBay help boost MasterCard business?
Credit card firm MasterCard has reported a strong second quarter results. - Are some items harder to shift on eBay?
Some products are harder to sell online than others, it is claimed. - eBay and Skype 'make a difference in Afghanistan'
eBay and Skype are making a difference to soldiers serving in Afghanistan. - eBay calling for support to block sales tax
eBay wants people to sign its petition to block a new tax. - Use eBay 'to find competitive pricing'
eBay is great if you get a premium price for your wares, it is claimed. - eBay launches shopping basket
eBay UK has launched a new shopping basket function. - Aubergine man may sell item on eBay
A strange-shaped aubergine may end up on eBay. - eBay targeting online fraud with partnership
eBay has joined the Loss Prevention Foundation. - eBay selling tips offered
Some tips on how to edit item fields have been offered. - BigCommerce launches integrated eBay selling platform
BigCommerce has launched an integrated selling platform for eBay. - eBay welcomes protection of small businesses
eBay has welcomed a resolution that should protect small internet firms. - eBay sellers 'must pick right parcel delivery firm'
eBay sellers need to ensure they pick the right parcel delivery shipping firm, it is claimed. - UPS announces eBay shipping programme
Courier delivery firm UPS has unveiled a new savings programme for eBay sellers in Canada. - eBay reaching out with sustainability
eBay is integrating sustainability in businesses. - Former eBay boss Whitman says firm is 'platform for business'
The former CEO of eBay claims the online auction site has become a "platform for small businesses". - eBay 'great for clothes'
eBay is a great place to buy clothes, it is claimed. - Aussies selling free Go Cards
Enterprising Australians are making a quick buck on eBay. - Is it the right time to start an eBay business?
There is no right time to start up a business, according to the Forum of Private Businesses. - eBay: 'Content is still king'
eBay is encouraging sellers to market their products successfully. - eBay delivers strong growth
eBay's profits are up as PayPal drives growth. - Are eBay parcel deliveries set for an m-commerce boom?
Mobile payment transactions are set for rapid growth, research claims. - Wildlife park searches eBay for lemur names
A Jersey wildlife park wants someone to name two ring-tailed lemurs. - eBay proves recession buster
eBay sees rise in UK businesses during recession. - Gamers urged to check eBay for new Xbox 360 S
eBay might be the best option to look for a new Xbox 360 Slim, it is claimed. - NES goes for $50k on eBay
Someone has sold a Nintendo Entertainment System for $50,000 on eBay. - eBay launches fashion app
A new iPhone app from eBay targets fashion buying. - eBay tops online retail chart
eBay is the most visited online retail site in the UK. - eBay world cup final ball hits £50k
A football from the World Cup is breaking records on eBay. - Virus exploiting eBay warning
Internet users have been warned over a virus that pretends to be a message from eBay. - Drummer to auction toilet on eBay
Drummer Vinnie Paul is to auction his toilet on eBay. - EBay fishing nets monster
A man has landed a fishing boat for free on eBay. - EBay announces seller updates
EBay has unveiled new settings for sellers to take effect in September. - EBay 'is best for camping'
Online auction site eBay may be the best way to plan a holiday this summer. - EBay to partner Microsoft in cloud computing deal
Microsoft and eBay are to work together on a cloud computing platform. - Prince album causes eBay 'frenzy'
A free album by Prince has been hitting eBay as entrepreneurs see a way of cashing in on the Daily Mirror giveaway. - Ebay launches iPhone selling app
People running eBay businesses can manage their accounts on-the-move, after the online marketplace unveiled a new selling app. - Find eBay success by specialising in a niche market
Specialisation is one route to selling more on eBay, according to an article. - EBay wedding 'is a dream come true'
An Essex couple has saved thousands on their wedding by shopping on eBay. - EBay selling: Advice on wholesale dealing
EBay sellers who want to buy in bulk have been given a few hints on getting the most for their money. - EBay sellers 'must be familiar with PayPal seller protection rules'
EBay sellers have been urged to familiarise themselves with PayPal protection rules to avoid scammers. - How to attract more customers on eBay
EBay sellers can get more customers by following a few simple tips. - Should eBay adopt fulfilment programme?
A business analyst has suggested eBay adopt an Amazon-style fulfilment programme. - iPhone 4 brings flood of phones onto eBay
The arrival of the iPhone 4 has led to a spate of old phones being listed on eBay. - Tron replica bikes appear on eBay
Custom-made and fully operational bikes that mirror those used in sci-fi flick Tron are being sold on eBay. - eBay ranked sixth most valuable retail brand
Kantar Retail has ranked eBay as one of the most valuable brands in the world. - eBay film 'could be worth a million'
An eBay buyer got a shock when the item he ordered turned out to be a rare Charlie Chaplin film. - Indian World Cup fans give Argentina an eBay cheer
Argentina shirts and merchandise have been selling fast on eBay in India. - Blackberry's eBay app now available in UK and Australia
An eBay app for the Blackberry has been made available following a successful trial in North America. - Fed Ex throws support behind road safety campaigns
Fed Ex has thrown its support behind campaigns to improve road safety, following new research into the behaviour of young motorists. - Parcelforce confirmed as RS Components UK carrier
Parcelforce will be the new UK carrier for RS Components electronics and maintenance products. - Cumbrian Post Office staff awarded for staying open in floods
Post Office staff from Cockermouth have been recognised for staying open during the devastating Cumbrian floods of November last year. - Post Office emphasises role as 'hub of community'
Post Office sets out to establish itself as the hub of the community with a new advertising campaign. - Post Office research finds festivalgoers are technoheads
Festivalgoers can't do without their gadgets, Post Office research reveals. - Royal Mail boosts Computer Aid with 3,000 PCs
Computer Aid has welcomed Royal Mail's donation of 3,000 computers. - Is Slurp.co.uk the 'Amazon of wine'?
An online wine shop allows customers to get the perfect bottle with a next-day parcel delivery. - Redknapp and Royal Mail get Barnado's smiling
Jamie Redknapp has lent his image to a series of charity stamps from Royal Mail. - Online vouchers popular with shoppers
More people than ever are using vouchers when shopping online, a study has found. - FedEx named as great IT employer
FedEx has appeared in a list of the best IT employers to work for. - Royal Mail launches new service for Door to Door
Royal Mail has added a new online service to Door to Door, which connects advertisers with customers. - DHL launches new freight options for business
DHL has launched new services from Europe to the US. - iPhone 4 parcel deliveries 'could be more expensive than you think'
The iPhone 4 has been selling on Bay for more than $5,000. - Japanese firm moves into European e-retail
Rakuten has acquired French website Priceminister as part of plans to create a global online trade platform. - Saving money on online parcel deliveries
Parcel deliveries from online stores can be made cheaper by following a few tips. - DHL Express launches Express Easy in Philippines
DHL has brought its Express Easy range to the Philippines. - DHL suggests 'collaborative approach' to school dinners
DHL believes it could shave as much as £100 million from the government's school meals bill. - FedEx commended at AFSCA
FedEx has walked away with a number of awards at a ceremony in Asia. - DHL offers parcel delivery from Birmingham NEC
Birmingham NEC has teamed up with DHL to offer a delivery service for trade events. - FedEx makes artistic international package delivery
A charity auction has been helped by a free-of-charge delivery of artwork by FedEx. - DHL assists Guatemalan flood relief efforts
DHL has used its logistical expertise to send aid to Guatemala. - Free international package delivery for $4k Facebook hoodie
A Facebook hoodie usually reserved for the site's employees is causing a storm on eBay. - R-Patz a hit with parcel delivery customers
A bust of teen hearthrob Robert Pattinson has been sold on internet auction site eBay for more than £900. - eBay tips given to budding money makers
Budding eBay entrepreneurs given advice on how to make the most of the online auction site. - Parcel delivery gives soldiers support
A soldier who has recently returned from Helmand has spoken of the parcels and letters he was sent while on duty. - Yodel seeks parcel delivery status
Yodel, previously known as the Home Delivery Network, aims to be as synonymous with parcel delivery as Google is with internet searches. - Parcel delivery firm teams up with freight company
Royal Mail has signed a new rail freight deal with the UK's largest rail delivery firm. - eBay teams up with parcel delivery firm
Internet auction site eBay has revealed a team up with parcel delivery services in China. - Good quality bag 'a must' for women
A good bag is a must buy for women as such items never go out of style. - Buying online "usually cheaper" than high street
Heading online for shopping could allow people to make significant savings on their purchases, it is noted.
- Royal Mail gets new chief
The new chief executive of Royal Mail is revealed. - Parcel delivery firm gets new name
The Home Delivery Network has been rebranded and will now be called Yodel. - Voucher codes site ideal for parcel delivery customers
A voucher code website could allow parcel delivery customers shopping online to save cash on their purchases. - Online shopping helps plan big day
A new online shopping service can make it easier for brides-to-be to organise dresses for their bridesmaids. - Wii Fits ideal for busy mums
Busy mums keen to get fit may want to use parcel delivery services to get their hands on a Wii Fit Plus. - Online shopping clubs interesting big investors
More online shopping clubs, which offer exclusive discounts, are being invested in by European backers. - Pilots united by parcel delivery
Two RAF pilots who served in the same division decades apart have been united by parcel delivery. - Online shoppers can benefit from discount codes
A new online shopping discount website could help Brits save cash on their internet purchasing. - Parcel delivery customers aiding online shopping boost
Online shopping sales have been boosted by the upcoming summer and the World Cup, new figures show. - Online shoppers 'more switched on' about safety
Web shoppers are now more savvy about how to stay safe when using online shopping facilities, it has been revealed. - Parcel delivery firm reveals Asia plans
DHL reveals plans to open a new Asian hub near to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. - Royal Mail profits up by 26 per cent
Profits at Royal Mail rose by more than a quarter in 2009 when compared to 2008, new figures show. - Royal Mail reveals phase out of parcel delivery bikes
Parcel and letters delivery firm Royal Mail is to phase out the use of bikes by some of its postal workers. - Online shoppers could use parcel delivery for SATC trends
Those keen to copy the stylish ensembles sported by the girls in the new SATC movie could use online shopping to nail their look. - Parcel delivery firm 'confident about Europe'
UPS is still confident about its operations in Europe, the firm's president has said. - Online payment provider aiming to make selling easier
Online payment provider OKPAY reveals new internet payment integration system. - Online shopping makes phone deals "easily accessible"
Online shoppers may be able to access the best kind of phone deals. - Online shoppers can benefit from new clothing range
A Manchester firm has revealed it is widening its online shopping offering. - Hampshire college uses parcel delivery for troops project
Hampshire troops send parcels to serving troops in Afghanistan. - Parcel delivery service delivers to troops
Troops serving in Afghanistan set to benefit from charity event parcel delivery. - How to shop safely online
There are plenty of ways in which online shoppers can stay safe when spending on the internet. - Marks and Spencer reveals new mobile site
High street favourite Marks and Spencer has unveiled a new mobile shopping site which could be useful for parcel delivery service uses. - Parcel delivery customers can benefit from new app
Amazon reveals new iPad app aimed at making online shopping on the device easier. - Big sunglasses a key trend for this summer
Parcel delivery customers could get their fashion fix by ordering bang on-trend sunglasses this summer. - Shoppers turn to online retail for food savings
More and more shoppers are choosing to buy their groceries online in a bid to save cash. - Parcel delivery firm announces Vietnam plans
The world's biggest parcel delivery firm, UPS, has announced Vietnam expansion plans. - Selling on eBay "a huge moneymaking opportunity"
Those keen to get their hands on some extra cash could find that selling items on eBay is a great way to start. - Selling online: a guide
A firm has given a number of tips on how to make the most out of selling online. - Fashionistas 'favouring clashing styles'
Many fashion forward women are now choosing to combine clashing patterns and colours in their outfits. - Retailers 'must adapt' to new shopping environment
Retailers need to make sure they are set up to deal with the changes to the shopping market caused by the recession. - Online food shopping "increasingly common"
Using the internet to do their food shopping is increasingly popular with British shoppers. - Katie Price "selling Andre's items on eBay"
Glamour model Katie Price is selling items which she and ex-husband Peter Andre owned during their time together. - Jersey postal service to be overhauled
A huge rehaul in the pricing plan of the Jersey Post service is in the pipeline. - Online customers 'more demanding'
Those who use the internet to buy items are more demanding than some other types of customer, a survey has shown. - Parcel delivery customers can get hands on blockbuster Avatar
The DVD release of blockbuster Avatar could tempt some to use parcel delivery services to get their hands on a copy. - Survey reveals online shopping habits
A new survey has shown that online shopping customers like to use the web to conduct research before buying. - More flights grounded over ash cloud
More flight cancellations could impact those relying on parcel delivery services across the UK. - Pet lovers going green with purchases
People with pets are looking for the most eco friendly options when spending on their dog or cat, it has been found. - Eco-conscious shoppers using parcel delivery
More people are choosing to shop online as they feel it is a greener way to purchase, a survey has shown. - Cheryl Cole reveals love of online shopping
Cheryl Cole becomes the latest celebrity to confess to a love of shopping online. - Asda reveals online delivery plans
Supermarket chain Asda reveals plans for a dedicated online shopping outlet in London. - Ethical clothing 'must also be fashionable'
Those buying clothing online may not turn to ethical fashion if it does not stand up against other high street products, it has been warned. - Supermarkets 'not going green' with online delivery
A study reveals that online delivery services offered by supermarkets could be failing to stick to eco policies shown in store. - Russian cosmonauts look forward to parcel delivery
Russian cosmonauts aboard the international space station are to get a parcel delivery of chocolate, films and books. - Royal Mail workers agree to new deal
Royal Mail staff in the Communication Workers Union have agreed to a new deal. - Online retail sales jump 15%
Sales in online retail have risen by some 15 per cent. - Parcel2Go scoops online business award
Parcel2Go is celebrating after winning the Online Business of the Year gong at the T-Mobile Fast Growth Business Awards. - Online shoppers given festival fashion tips
Those heading to a festival this year could stock up on fashion items online. - Shopping online 'a convenient option'
Shopping for goods online is a much more convenient way for Brits to spend their cash, it is noted. - Gamers urged to use online parcel delivery for cheap deals
Those seeking cut price games may find that online stores offer the best deals. - Parcel delivery customers given tips
Parcel delivery customers advised to wait to order in light of volcano ash chaos. - Parcel delivery firms 'must be innovative'
Parcel delivery firms need to show innovation in order to stand out from the competition, according to an expert. - Royal Mail anticipates 'small delays'
Royal Mail anticipates further small delays to some of its airmail services as airspace begins to re-open following the eruption of a volcano in Iceland last week. - UPS 'moves to ground network in Europe' amid airspace restrictions
Delivery firm UPS has moved some of its European air express services to ground as some European airspace is still restricted due to volcanic ash. - FedEx 'resuming intercontinental flights'
FedEx Express has resumed some of its intercontinental flight operations after planes were grounded due to volcanic ash from Iceland. - Hertfordshire Post Office to reopen
Herpenden in Hertfordshire is to see a Post Office re-opened following a public consultation. - Virus attacks parcel delivery customers
Emails purporting to be from the Royal Mail could actually be a vehicle for a Trojan virus. - Hugo Boss eyes online sales boost
Hugo Boss is hoping to boost its overall sales with new online shopping offerings in Europe. - Ash impacts parcel delivery firms
The volcanic eruption in Iceland has had an impact on parcel delivery services in the UK and Europe. - 'Nobody should shed tears' over store cards
The demise in popularity of store cards should not be a concern for shoppers, an expert has said. - Summer set give boost to retail sector
A good summer could help boost sales for retail outlets - and could see online courier services busier than ever. - Online sales boosted by Easter
More people bought items online in March when compared with the same month in 2009, new figures have showed. - Teenager rewarded for parcel delivery scheme
A teenager from Barry has been awarded a prize for a parcel delivery scheme which sees packages sent to serving troops. - Labour reveals Royal Mail plans
The Labour Party still plans to go ahead with Royal Mail privatisation, according to business secretary Peter Mandelson. - Longest-serving post mistress reminisces
The UK's longest-serving post mistress talks about her 68 years behind the counter. - Hull to get new post office
A new Post Office is set to open in the Hessle area of Hull. - FedEx adds electric vans to parcel delivery range
Parcel delivery firm FedEx reveals eco van plan. - eBay 'ideal for maternity wear'
Internet auction site eBay has been praised for its good range of clothes suitable for pregnant women. - Online retailer ASOS launches mid-season sale
Fashion forward online retailer ASOS has launched its mid-season sale. - Marks & Spencer enjoys rise in online trade
High street retailer Marks & Spencers enjoys rise in online sales, new figures show. - Women 'shop for three years'
Women spend an average of three years of their life shopping, it is found. - Socialite admits online shopping passion
Jemima Khan reveals a love for online shopping in an interview with Vogue magazine. - Isle of Man residents send parcels to Sri Lanka
Generous Isle of Man residents send parcels via international delivery to an orphanage in Sri Lanka. - eBay launches new fashion site
eBay Fashion will provide and enhanced shopping experience. - Businesses 'happy with parcel delivery firms'
Customers are satisfied with the service they receive from their mail providers. - Villagers hope for new Post Office soon
Eppleby residents want a new outlet to open in the village hall. - MP Mark Williams: Use the Post Office's services
Mr Williams has urged local people to help support the outlet. - Post Office returns to Aberporth
Proposals to open a new service in a pharmacy shop have been put forward. - Majority of people 'happy' with postal services
Companies and residential customers are happy with their postal services. - Business rate cut 'will boost online retail'
Clare Gilmartin, managing director of eBay in the UK, said this is what the majority of online retailers wanted. - Post Office bosses search for Langford postmaster
Bosses are searching for a suitable candidate to take the sub-postmaster's place. - Men 'need more online retail options'
Fashion retailers can do more to engage male customers. - Post Office bank plans revealed
Business secretary Peter Mandelson will reveal plans for a Post Office bank. - FedEx releases iPhone app for parcel tracking
FedEx Mobile for iPhone lets customers track their parcel deliveries. - Search-savvy consumers 'boost online retail'
Hannah Kimuyu, director of paid search at Greenlight, believes consumers are becoming increasingly confident with using the internet. - HMRC to get new parcel-searching powers
Changes are to be made to the Postal Services Act 2000. - Thank you pages 'crucial for online retailers'
Research by Snow Valley revealed that online retailers make numerous mistakes with their websites. - Children open new Weston Post Office
Residents in the area had feared that parcel delivery services would be lost. - Online retailers 'should sell via eBay'
eBay can help generate extra revenues for online retailers. - Future of Lyme Regis Post Office secured
Les Gilbert, the sub-postmaster, is pleased that parcel delivery services will remain available. - Online retail 'offers convenience and good value'
Bruce Fair, managing director of Kelkoo UK, believes consumer confidence in online retail is growing. - Winsford Post Office reopens
Customers will be able to access the usual parcel delivery services the Post Office provides. - February sees online retail sales rise
The latest IMRG Capgemini e-Retail Sales Index showed estimated sales of £4.1 million. - Post Office outreach service coming to Craven
A new branch is to be set up just 50m from the original outlet. - Lincolnshire Post Offices revamped
Postmistress Liz Golding has adopted a new approach. - Businessman takes over Hartlepool Post Office
Local man Darren King has purchased the branch from the previous owners. - Royal Mail sets up helpline after mail theft
A postwoman was robbed as she delivered letters and parcels on Tuesday. - UK consumers 'are sophisticated online shoppers'
Finlay Clark, senior retail strategist at bigmouthmedia, says the UK is leading the way. - Royal Mail hits back at result-rigging claims
Royal Mail says its investigation uncovered no wrongdoing. - Parcel2Go.com shortlisted for award
Parcel2Go.com is in the running for the T-Mobile Fast Growth Business of the Year and the Online Business of the Year accolades. - Weybourne Post Office to reopen on Thursday
A public consultation showed that the majority of people in the community supported the move. - New Sutton Post Office opens
Members of the public are pleased to have local parcel delivery services again. - Online retail goods 'less likely to be returned'
Almost two-thirds of internet shoppers are unlikely to send goods back. - Consumers 'need first-class parcel delivery services'
Robert Hammond, postal expert at Consumer Focus, said the new deal should end any uncertainty about future parcel delivery services. - MP calls for Post Office network support
Borders postmaster Mervyn Jones joined local MP Michael Moore at 10 Downing Street last week to deliver a petition. - Facebook 'could be great for online retail'
Tim Gibbon claims that storefront applications on the network could turn it into a profitable channel. - Royal Mail and CWU reach peace agreement
The deal will see staff receive a pay rise of 6.9 per cent over three years. - Men 'spend more than women on online retail'
The E-Retail Report 2009 from Deutsche Card Services shows online retail is popular with women. - Daily parcel delivery services 'are vital'
MP Alistair Carmichael says a daily service must be maintained. - Chesham Post Office parcel delivery services resume
Local residents are delighted with the news. - 'Bargains to be had' with online retail
Price comparison sites can help people save money. - Post Office move 'will serve the community better'
The new facility will provide better access for customers. - Royal Mail CWU agreement 'imminent'
A deal between the parties could be agreed soon. - Online retailers 'need well-designed websites'
New research highlights the importance of a good website to online retailers. - Enfield Post Office reopens
Subhash Patel has taken control on a temporary basis. - Scarborough Post Office closed following audit
The Brompton-by-Swandon branch has closed. - Royal Mail - CWU talks set to conclude
An agreement could be reached by next week. - Universal broadband 'will boost online retail'
Research from the IPA shows faster broadband will benefit the wider economy. - Aslackby parcel delivery services 'back to normal'
A Royal Mail spokesman said the services are back to normal. - Catalogues 'important' for online retail shoppers
Catalgoues inform online retail purchases, new research has suggested. - Royal Mail issues new stamps
Each of the first-class stamps will feature a split design, with the luminaries' portraits paired with a colourful square to represent brainstorming. - Masked men rob Royal Mail workers
The attack took place on Vittoria Street. - Sub postmaster sought for Enfield Post Office
Royal Mail is searching for a new sub postmaster to take over from the previous owner as soon as possible. - Royal Mail bosses to meet Streatham residents
Chris Nicholson, the Liberal Democrat candidate for the town, has called for a consultation between the public and Royal Mail bosses. - December 'was a strong month for online retail'
December was a good month for online retail. - Villagers joy at post box return
More than 28 households in the area launched a campaign to save the box. - Newport residents 'delighted' with Post Office
Councillor Jackie Ellis-Martin says the move will be welcomed by many. - Gisburn Post Office closes suddenly
Gisburn Post Office has shut temporarily due to operational problems. - Little girl 'heartbroken' after mail tampering
Four year old was distraught after her mail appeared to have been tampered with. - Unopened mail found in Enfield recycling bin
Letters have been found unopened and discarded in a recycling bin in Enfield. - Woodville residents show anger at lack of post box
The Royal Mail have failed to deliver a post box to a certain village in Derbyshire. - Royal Mail dismisses Dispatches' claims
Dispatches programme was imbalanced, the Royal Mail claims. - Royal Mail 'won't deliver down cobbled streets'
Sally Bellamy was shocked to learn that the postman would no longer walk on her cobbled street. - Online retail will account for half of sales by 2020
David Smith, director of operations at the Interactive Media in Retail Group, says online retail will flourish. - People 'want specific times for parcel deliveries'
David Smith, director of operations at the Interactive Media in Retail Group, said there are steps firms can take to improve. - SMEs turn to alternative parcel delivery firms
David Smith, director of operations at the Interactive Media in Retail Group, said courier services benefited from the strikes. - Online retail popular in UK 'for many reasons'
David Smith, director of operations at the Interactive Media in Retail Group, says online retail is growing in the UK. - Wormington Post office future unclear
The branch on Church Road has been closed since December. - Bilston delivery office closure 'will harm locals'
Gary Perry, Wolverhampton branch secretary of the Communication Workers Union says the public will be inconvenienced. - Elderly 'confused' by Post Office ticket system
Elderly Post Office users have struggled with the new system. - Villager shocked at Post Office attack
Hipperholme woman reveals shock at Post Office ram raid. - Postman stashed parcels at home
Ross Henderson became mentally drained after constant changes to his route. - Hundreds 'could be affected by parcel thefts'
Resident recently received mail seven years late. - Rural Post Offices 'still face problems'
Technological failures are just one of many issues. - Post Office worker on trial over theft
Morghan Sheehy, 54, is to go on trial. - Councillors call for action of Glasgow Post Office
Councillor Alistair Watson wants swift action. - Bakewell Post Office could close
The future of Bakewell Post Office is unclear. - Staffordshire residents 'without Post Office for three days'
The branch will move at the beginning of next month. - Guernsey Post adopts Royal Mail pricing system
The operator claims its current strategy is not cost effective. - Post Office closed 'indefinitely' following attack
Hipperholme Post Office has been closed indefinitely following a ram raid. - Online retailers buoyed by Christmas sales
Plenty of Christmas cheer for online retailers. - Post Office 'should offer more services'
Hastings and Rye MP, Michael Foster, believes the Post Office should offer more services. - Politicians express anger at Post Office delay
Councillor Malcolm Lees is unhappy at the delays. - Stourport delivery office closure 'would hit customers'
Communication Workers Union representative Michael Dobbins fears the office could close. - Online retail sales boomed in December
Sales rose by 3.8 per cent in December. - Marshland Smeeth Post Office to close
Councillor Michael Pitcher, borough mayor, has backed the owners. - Westburn residents angry at Post Office closure
Westburn residents are frustrated at the Post Office closure. - Politicians join Burniston Post Office fight
Councillor Andrew Blackhouse has supported the campaign. - Residents 'angry' at Chesham Post Office bosses
Members of the public felt 'insulted' by the snub. - Blackburn mail theft 'will distress many people'
Lothian and Borders Police are appealing for help. - Mintlaw Post Office reopening delayed
Mintlaw Post Office is no nearer to reopening. - Royal Mail worker 'stole money from cards'
John Knight, from Worsley, was given a suspended jail term. - MP presses Post Office over service interruptions
Postal services are failing rural communities. - Mail worker jailed for stealing from cards
David Baker was given a six-month sentence. - Marshland Smeeth Post Office could close
John Davies, who has run the branch for 22 years, has had enough. - Knutsford residents angry at parcel delays
Royal Mail claims that conditions on the ground are too dangerous for its staff. - Burniston Post Office faces closure threat
Burniston Post Office may have to close its doors. - Sheffield Post Offices reopening plan scuppered
Christine and Jonathan Sowerby have sold the Nether Green site. - Royal Mail 'could be crippled by further strikes'
Industrial action could be on the horizon unless a deal is reached soon. - Residents anger at parcel delivery delays
Residents are puzzled as to why no mail has been delivered. - Parcel delivery disrupted by store renovations
Customers are getting newly fitted Post Office stores in three locations in Wales. - Parcel deliveries 'are returning to normal'
Most parts of Enfield have seen parcel delivery services return to normal. - Royal Mail parcel deliveries will resume in Swindon
Royal Mail spokesman Mike Dalton says services will be back to normal soon. - Online retail sales up over Christmas
The British Retail Consortium's Retail Sales Monitor showed an improvement in online retail sales over Christmas. - Postwoman caught stealing from parcels
Following several complaints of undelivered parcel, Royal Mail has found the culprit. - Royal Mail apologises for postal delays
Some residents have not received mail for days. - Parcel delivery delays expected in Sunderland
Royal Mail spokesman said the company is doing all it can. - Strathmiglo Post Office faces temporary closure
People in Strathmiglo will lose their Post Office for the foreseeable future. - Thorney residents warned of parcel delivery delays
Communication Workers Union warns of further disruption to parcel delivery services. - MP demands review of Post Office services
Malcolm Bruce has demanded action from Royal Mail chief executive Adam Crozier. - Online retail 'allows for more efficient shopping'
Shop Direct Group claims that online retail has helped boost its sales. - Boxing Day sees many logging on to get parcel delivery
Boxing Day was the biggest day for online shopping, with many people wanting to put in their orders for parcel delivery in order to beat the VAT increase. - Amazon UK tops online retail satisfaction poll
ForeSee Results survey reveals the online retailers consumers are happy with. - Online retailer Ocado sees sales surge
Ocado saw sales jump by 30 per cent to £40.8 million in the four weeks up to Boxing Day. - Severe weather hits parcel deliveries
Roads were too dangerous for drivers to pass. - Christmas customers 'stranded in post office queues'
UK customers were forced to endure long queues in cold winter weather this Christmas following the closure of post office branches earlier in the year. - Christmas parcels dumped by postman
A postman abandons mail and after resigning. - Parcel delivery failures cost Royal Mail
More than 1,000 complaints a day were received. - Royal Mail to raise stamp prices
A first-class stamp will cost 41p, while a second-class stamp will cost consumers 32p. - Christmas parcel deliveries 'thwarted by snow'
Snow has wreaked havoc in some areas of the country. - Sussex resident upset at parcel delivery delays
Resident complains after not receiving mail for four days. - Adverse weather hits parcel deliveries
Snow and ice wreak havoc for parcel deliveries. - Councillors plan meeting over Harrow Post Office
Local authority wants a resolution to the problem. - Post Office 'is heading the way of Woolworths'
A new report highlights the Post Office's failings. - Investigation exposes Royal Mail failures
An investigation by The People finds more than a third of cards did not reach their destination. - Royal Mail staff 'sacked for stealing from parcels'
News of the World investigation reveals goings on at sorting office. - Isle of Man prepares for Christmas last day parcel delivery
Residents on the Isle of Man are nearing the deadline for sending parcels so that they arrive in time for Christmas.
- Parcel delivery 'used less for slow websites'
A new study has found slow websites are less likely to keep customers for long enough for them to make use of parcel delivery services. - Post Office queues 'are getting longer'
New study finds Post Office waiting times have increased. - Halford's expects online sales boom on the 25th
Christmas Day could be a good one for online retailers. - Undelivered parcels 'more likely at Christmas'
Postman reveals more about 'Sorry, you were out' card use. - Locals claim Post Office system is 'a nightmare'
North Hill branch's new system is time-consuming and badly organised. - Residents complain at Post Offices' 'poor service'
A study by Consumer Focus Scotland found many are unhappy with the services the Post Office provides. - Royal Mail investigates undelivered letters find
Thousands of undelivered letters were discovered at Edenbridge delivery office. - Royal Mail parcel delivery failures revealed
Some postmen have been leaving parcels in sorting offices. - Second Royal Mail van targeted by thieves
Thieves took jewellery and mobile phones from the van. - Writer bemoans 'labyrinth' Post Office queues
Journalist reveals Post Office frustration. - Post Office queuing system 'too complicated'
Journalist gives the thumbs down to new ticketing system. - 'Lots' of parcel delivery options for online retailers
Alternative parcel delivery providers offer a good service. - Royal Mail 'needs to get its act together'
A Sleafors Standard reader hits out at Royal Mail's services. - Cyber Monday was 'extremely busy'
Online retailers were extremely busy this week, with Monday expected to have been the biggest online shopping day of the year. - Royal Mail strikes led to more awareness of delivery firms
There is more awareness of delivery companies and the capacity they can work at this year, meaning more people are likely to shop online, an expert has claimed. - Postman ditched mail 'because of a sore hand'
John Moore could face jail after dumping mail. - Dummy parcel catches out sorting office worker
Richard Laws took cards and parcels to help pay his debts. - Postman pleads guilty to dumping mail
Falkirk Sheriff Court hears how postman could not cope with his volumes. - Charity concerned at Post and Go machines
Charity claims the lederly prefer a more personal experience. - Online retail Hot Shops list revealed
Amazon UK, Argos and Play.com are the most popular with online retail fans. - Locals 'will not get good parcel delivery services'
Bishop Auckland MP Helen Goodman hits out at Post Office plans. - Online retail 'is easy and good value for money'
Shopping over the internet has many benefits. - Customers hit out at 'disgraceful' Royal Mail
Customers had to wait for as long as half an hour to get their parcels. - Online retailers 'are using Royal Mail alternatives'
IMRG director of operations claims many companies have established new relationships with parcel delivery providers. - New Crowborough Post Office site 'is inconvenient'
Wealden MP Charles Hendry claims that the move will be detrimental. - Fresh postal strikes threaten Christmas post
CWU letter says that ballots are still active and strikes could occur unless Royal Mail bosses demonstrate a change in attitude. - Online retailers 'must reassure customers that parcels will arrive on time'
Online retail success depends on customers being confident goods will arrive. - Postman admits he 'can't carry all parcels which need to be delivered'
Bromley resident reveals Royal Mail parcel delivery woes. - Former Royal Mail worker admits stealing money from letters
Postman admits to taking money from letters to pay his bills. - Petersfield Post Office queues 'likely to continue'
Things are unlikely to improve any time soon at Petersfield Post Office. - Post Office boss 'threw parcel out of the shop'
Eder Da Silva tells of Post Office ordeal. - Postal strikes hurt online retail growth
IMRG Capgemini survey reveals that growth slowed in the last two weeks of October. - Arborfield residents no closer to new Post Office
Royal Mail says it is doing its best to open a new Post Office. - Firms 'should use the best parcel delivery providers'
Online retailers should use a reputable firm to deliver packages. - Mail found dumped in Warrington gardens
A member of the public found 30 bags of abandoned mail. - Royal Mail worker 'stole Six Nations tickets'
Benedict Nagle stole tickets and gave them to his friends. - Best online retail deals 'come on Cyber Monday'
Cyber Monday marks the day when online retail peaks. - Thieves strike Royal Mail van in Southampton
Money, phones and jewellery were stolen from the van. - Royal Mail apologises for refusing customer's mail
A customer's mail is turned away because the Post Office would make no profit on it. - More women taking advantage of online retail
The older generations with more disposable income are embracing online retail. - Stoke-On-Trent resident fury at Royal Mail service
Ian Sim is unhappy at lost parcels and opened letters. - Bodybuilder angry at Royal Mail
An angry bodybuilder reveals his frustration with Royal Mail. - Customer accuses Royal Mail of wasting money
Customer hits out at the Royal Mail for wasting money. - Asos blames postal strikes for fall in sales
Online retailer says the strikes hurt its profits. - Royal Mail to charge private sector clients VAT
European Court of Justice has told Royal Mail it must incorporate VAT in its private deals. - Commercial couriers 'offer a more personal service'
Companies can make savings and receive a more personal service from courier firms. - Asos reports increased profits
Online retailer has made £4.4 million in pre-tax profits. - Royal Mail 'is dying a shameful death'
R$oyal Mail is not the institution it once was, writer says. - Online retail helps sustain high street retailers
The value of having an online retail presence cannot be underestimated. - Hessle residents face Post Office closure
The Post Office in the Spa Shop will close unless someone picks up the franchise. - Saffron Walden residents lose Post Office services
MP Sir Alan Haselhurst calls for the Post Offices to reopen. - Postal boss 'took cash from birthday cards'
Plymouth Crown Court hears how sorting officer manager allegedly took money from people's cards. - Norfolk Post Office loses fight to stay open
Beeston Post Office has lost its battle to stay open. - Online retail sales see 18 per cent jump
BRC figures show a significant improvement on last year's sales. - Postal strike threat 'not over'
CWU spokesman says there is still a chance of strike action taking place. - Clothing firm ends deal with Royal Mail
David Nieper has worked with Royal Mail since 1950. - Breakthrough as postal strikes called off
Talks ebtween Royal Mail and the CWU have yielded a breakthrough. - Online shopping habits 'have changed'
IMRG director of operations David Smith says online retail is growing in popularity. - CWU's legal challenge 'unlikely to succeed'
Legal expert claims Royal Mail has done nothing wrong. - Parcel2Go.com reaps the rewards of postal strike
Parcel2Go.com has seen business volumes rise since the strikes started. - Online retailers hit by national postal strikes
IMRG research reveals that online retailers have seen a fall in revenue since the strikes began. - CWU serves notice of High Court action
The CWU says hiring temp workers is against the law. - Centro seeks alternative parcel delivery services
Centro has put out a tender for a private delivery firm to meet its needs. - 35m items delayed by postal strikes
Royal Mail claims 35 million items are stuck in the backlog. - National postal strikes 'could intensify'
CWU general secretary Billy Hayes warns further action is very likely. - Some Royal Mail temp staff 'play parcel basketball'
Parcel basketball is one game some temporary workers have been playing. - National postal strikes begin again as talks fail
Staff across the country will strike today, Friday and Saturday. - Parcel delivery firms 'will benefit from strikes'
The BBC claims competitors could have a field day during the national postal strikes. - Postal strike decision set to be announced
Strikes could be called off or extended, a CWU spokeswoman claims. - CWU considers legal action over Royal Mail temp workers
CWU may seek an injunction to stop Royal Mail using temp workers.
- Deal still to be reached over postal strikes
Both sides will come together for further talks. - Royal Mail future threatened by pension deficit
An estimated £10 billion pensions deficit needs to be underwritten, the CWU claims. - Postal strike costs London £500m
London Chamber of Commerce research reveals the cost of the postal strikes. - 30m letters delayed by postal strikes
Industrial action brings chaos to the postal system. - Royal Mail staff stage second national strike
Day two of the national strikes has begun, while more are planned next week. - Gordon Brown criticises 'self-defeating' postal strike
Gordon Brown said insutrial action could lead to job losses. - National postal strike begins
Today's action will be followed by another strike tomorrow. - Postal strike threat to swine flu vaccinations
Plans to vaccinate 11 million people could be dirupted by postal strike. - Waltham Forest residents furious at postal strikes
Local residents are angry about forthcoming national postal strikes. - ISBA members 'concerned' at national postal strike
Industry body warns many of its members will use find other mail delivery providers. - Millions face postal strike payment issues
New survey shows millions of people will struggle to make their payments via cheque. - Postal strike 'will hurt Christmas online retail'
IMRG survey reveals many firms' concerns over the postal strike. - Royal Mail's temp worker plan 'could be illegal'
The CWU and GMB unions call into question the legality of the Royal Mail's plan. - Postal strikes could threaten school places
Children could miss out on places at secondary schools because of the postal strike. - Postal strike set for next Thursday
More than 130,000 workers will strike over two days. - National postal strike 'will damage Royal Mail'
The prime minister is calling for a resolution to the problem. - Public 'is suffering as a result of postal strikes'
Members of the public tell the BBC of the impact localised strikes have had. - Lord Mandelson hits out at national postal strike plans
Lord Mandelson says a national postal strike defies logic. - National strikes expected on October 22nd
If the Royal Mail rejects the CWU's olive branch then strike action is inevitable. - Postal strike 'will cost economy £1.5bn'
Kelkoo claims that the economy could suffer to the tune of £1.5 billion. - Residents 'distressed at Post Office closure'
Northop Hall Village Post Office closure has had a profound effect on the community. - Rolling postal strikes 'could leave 100 million letter backlog'
CWU set to meet today to discuss rolling strikes. - Regional postal strikes continue
Regional strikes take place as the postal crisis worsens. - National postal strike worries UK businesses
A new poll reveals that 75 per cent of firms will seek alternative parcel delivery solutions. - Royal Mail workers vote for strike action
More than 60,000 employees voted yes to strike action. - Amazon looking to Royal Mail alternatives
Amazon wants to ensure that its parcels reach their customers. - Brothers receive concert tickets four years late
More than 20,000 pieces of mail were hoarded by a postman. - Royal Mail accused of 'misleading' the public
Residents claim postmen have not been delivering their parcels. - M&S expands online international delivery services
The company will now extend its online international delivery service to 73 countries. - Tesco launches online clothing shop
Tesco reveals online retail arm which will sell the company's clothes. - Market stall firm to concentrate on online retail
Tony's Textiles' online sales have rocketed in recent months. - National mail strike 'looks likely'
Early indications show that staff are likely to vote yes to industrial action. - 93 per cent of Brits shop online
Over 90 per cent of people now do some form of shopping online. - Royal Mail national strike could hit Christmas post
If a national strike takes place, the Christmas post will be in trouble. - Businesses turn to Royal Mail alternatives
Andrew Hawkins, from market research firm ComRes, claims he cannot rely on the Royal Mail's services all the time. - Royal Mail 'is in total disarray'
David Frost says the Royal Mail's services are not up to scratch. - Blackburn residents furious at dumped letters
Locals find a Royal Mail bag containing hundreds of letters dumped in a bush. - Consumer Focus blasts 3p stamp hike
The cost of first class stamps is set to increase to plug a £100 million black hole. - Royal Mail prices 'could increase'
Postcomm is to look into changes to the Royal Mail's price control. - Internet shopping 'is a marvel of the modern age'
Buying items online is easier and, in many cases, cheaper than visiting a high street store. - Online shoppers 'missing out on £123 a year'
Online shoppers could get money back by using cashback websites. - Businesses fear closure if Royal Mail strikes continue
Undelivered parcels and bills are putting businesses under pressure. - Parcel2Go launches services in Ireland
Parcel2Go has teamed up with Nightline Deliveries to provide parcel delivery services in Ireland. - Only 60 per cent of letters delivered in BBC test
BBC test shows problems at the Royal Mail, while the CWU blasts the use of casual workers to clear the backlog. - Honiton Post Office 'not serving the needs of the community'
Mayor Vivienne Ash says the Post Office is failing in its responsibilities. - Shopping online 'is so easy'
Purchasing items online has numerous benefits for consumers. - Online sales fuel Shop Direct's soaring profits
Online retail sales now accounts for 56 per cent of Shop Direct Group's total sales. - Postal strike planned in Cornwall and Devon
Strikes will take place on Monday and Tueday of next week. - Online retail sales rise by 16 per cent
Online retail sales have grown year-on-year, according to new statistics. - Opinion of the Royal Mail plummets
YouGov BrandIndex shows the nation's opinion of the Royal Mail has been damaged by recent events. - Credit card holders face £150m late payment bills
Milions of people could incur penalty fees for their payments not arriving on time. - Great Notley post office set for closure
A post office in the village of Great Notley is set to close next month, it has been announced. - Online retail sector set for growth
The number people using online retail websites could rise by around five million in the next four years, research has predicted. - Postal strike ballot papers distributed
The Communications Worker Union has distributed ballots papers for strike action to over 120,000 postal staff. - Village hit by sudden post office closure
A post office in a Lancashire village has been closed without any explanation, it has been revealed. - Government 'must get a grip' on postal strikes
The British Chambers of Commerce has called on the government to intervene in the current postal strikes. - Online retail spending 'on the increase'
New study shows online spending has increased among Brits. - Parcels and letters 'getting sorted in the street'
Postal strikes resulting in mail getting sorted in the pavement. - DHL partners with London Fashion Week
One of the UK's leading parcel delivery services firms has been named as a partner of London Fashion Week. - Postal services 'hit by Spanish practices'
Royal Mail workers have reportedly been involved in so-called Spanish practices which have disrupted services. - More areas to be hit by strike action
The Communication Workers Union has announced the areas to be affected by postal strikes over this week. - Post office staff criticise Sheffield branch closure
The sudden closure of a post office branch in Sheffield has been criticised by members of staff. - Strikes 'can only damage Royal Mail'
Royal Mail has claimed that strikes organised by the Communication Workers Union can "only damage" its operations. - London post backlog 'hits 20m'
Over 20 million postal items are backed up in London alone due to ongoing strike action, it has been claimed. - Hebrides post office to close
A post office in the Outer Hebrides is to be close temporarily from the end of this month. - CWU announces new strike details
A new wave of postal strikes that is set to take place in the UK has been announced by the Communication Workers Union. - Shrewsbury post office closed temporarily
A Shrewsbury post office has temporarily closed its doors as a precaution after a routine audit. - Wave goodbye to post office queues with Parcel2Go's £4.99 delivery service
The new £4.99 per parcel delivery service from Parcel2Go means people sending multiple packages can have them collected from their home or business. - Bagillt Post Office closes its doors
A Flintshire post office has been forced to close its doors after the building's owner was served with a bankruptcy order. - Hull post office to close after 3-year search for buyer
A post office in Sutton, Hull, is set to close its doors in October after a three-year search for a buyer. - FSB unveils post office plans
A leading business organisation has proposed that a series of changes are made to the post office network in the UK. - Postal strikes 'will cause chaos'
A Communication Workers Union representative has claimed the ongoing postal strikes in the UK will cause "chaos" to deliveries. - Courier services firm celebrates birthday
A leading parcel delivery services firm is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its launch in the UK. - Gloucestershire post office under threat
A post office in Gloucestershire could close if officials fail to find anyone who would like to run the branch. - Royal Mail condemns 'political posturing' of strikes
Postal strikes taking place across the UK this week have been described as "political posturing" by Royal Mail. - Postal strikes to continue
The UK's postal services could be disrupted by further strikes this week, it has been revealed. - Royal Mail condemned for 'chaos management'
The Communication Workers Union has described Royal Mail's management practices as "chaos". - Wiltshire post office hit by closure
A post office in Wiltshire has been closed this week while police investigated an alleged robbery. - Crewe postal services 'held up'
A number of parcel deliveries in Crewe have been held up due to staff shortages, according to reports. - DHL Express unveils new packaging
A new range of packaging has been unveiled by leading parcel delivery services firm DHL Express. - Consumers 'heading online for value'
New research has suggested that consumers are increasingly heading online to find great value. - Lincolnshire post office closed
A village post office in Lincolnshire has been closed, meaning locals may need to seek out alternative parcel delivery services. - Silver surfers embrace online retail
A growing number of over-50s are using online retail services, new research from Just Retirement has revealed. - More postal strikes hit the UK
People across the UK may be looking for post office alternatives over the next week as more strikes involving Royal Mail workers get underway. - Online shoppers start snapping up Christmas bargains
Online shoppers are snapping up tinsel, trees and cards on eBay in preparation for Christmas. - Blue mailboxes disappearing
In the US low post volumes are leading to the decline of traditional blue mailboxes. - Wimborne residents sign petition for new post office services
Town residents are campaigning for post office facilities to be returned to their town. - UPS streamlining services for eBay sellers
UPS is offering new services for eBay sellers using WorldShip. - Unofficial Royal Mail strikes hit the Wirral
Royal Mail workers in Wallasey have gone on unofficial strike this week. - Royal Mail issues apology to North Hykeham residents
Letters have been re-sent to people living around Lincoln after an incident occurred with the employee of one sorting office. - Online shoppers wanting validation before ordering
Research finds that consumers are looking for signs of validation to ensure a website is real before spending money. - Postal strikes continuing for another week
Another round of postal strikes is to hit services across the UK this week. - No return of post office services to Kempsey until 2010
A village will not get their post office back until the beginning of 2010 at the earliest. - Pubs keen on parcel delivery scheme
A new scheme in which pubs can be used as collection points is proving popular, it has been revealed. - Strikes to hit Bristol postal services
Postal services in Bristol have been affected by the Communication Workers Union's latest round of strikes. - DHL to attend logistics event
A leading parcel delivery services firm has announced plans to attend a logistics industry event. - Pensioner launches petition over post office queues
A 67-year-old has launched a petition complaining about queues at Petersfield Post Office. - Royal Mail pays out over lost parcels
Customers who complained to Royal Mail about lost parcels have been given compensation. - Sudden closure for Coventry post office
A post office in Coventry has closed without prior notice, angering many residents in the local area. - Anstey villages hit by post office closure
Residents of Antsey in Leicestershire have seen their post office counters close down unexpectedly. - CWU 'still willing to stop postal strikes'
The Communication Workers Union has claimed it is willing to stop strike action by postal workers if Royal Mail meets its demands. - Home shopping 'up 20%'
The amount of money being spent on internet, mail-order and phone transactions in July was 20 per cent higher than 12 months ago, figures have revealed. - Men 'spend more online than women'
New research from PayPal has revealed that men spent more online than women in the past six months. - Scarborough post office remains closed
The re-opening of a post office service in Scarborough has been delayed by issues related to paperwork. - Online retailers 'turning to Facebook'
A number of online retailers are looking to boost their sales by trading through websites including Facebook, it has been suggested. - Leeds City Council scraps post office rescue
It has been decided that Leeds City Council will not subsidise plans to save dozens of post offices across the city. - Figures show impact of postal strikes
Around four million letters and parcels have not arrived on time due to recent postal strikes, according to new figures. - Maryport Post Office reopens after investigation
A Post Office has opened its doors again, while plans are also afoot for a new local branch. - Village to lost Pose Office for time being
The village of Great Sampford is losing its Post Office, but plans are being put into action for a replacement to be opened. - Village post office to shut in September
The Great Sampford post office is due to close its doors in September and the hunt is on for replacement premises. - Postal workers across the nation to strike
Up to 25,000 postal workers are to take part in a series of strikes over the coming days, according to reports. - Parcel collection offered in pubs
The first parcel was delivered under a new scheme which sees packages being sent to local pubs if the recipient is not at home. - One in four mobile phones 'sold online'
New research has highlighted that many consumers are heading online for new mobile phones. - Bristol to see Royal Mail strike on Saturday
CWU members in Bristol and Somerset are planning industrial action for Saturday. - Amazon acquires new iPhone shopping tool
Amazon has acquired start-up firm SnapTell, which has developed an advanced online shopping tool. - Postman suspended for six-month lapse
A postman has been suspended after not delivering letters and parcels for six months.
- Waitrose to sell John Lewis products online
Waitrose is expanding its online retail offerings in a bid to compete with its supermarket rivals. - eBay UK celebrates 10th birthday
The UK version of online auction site eBay is celebrating the tenth anniversary of its launch. - Bradwell post office closure raises concern
A parliamentary candidate has raised concerns over the closure of a post office in Bradwell. - TNT reports revenue fall
A leading courier services provider has confirmed that its revenues fell during the second quarter of this year. - Post office to return to Dunscore
A small village in Scotland is to get mail services for the first time since its post office closed around 12 months ago. - Over 29m Brits 'use online retail sites'
New research has revealed that over 29 million people in the UK used online retail sites in May last year. - London postal workers to strike
The Communication Workers Union has confirmed that postal workers in London are to take part in new strikes. - Welsh postal campaign goes to Westminster
The campaign to see a post office in Waunfawr re-opened is set to be taken to Westminster. - Postman attack brings dogs laws into spotlight
A leading trade union has called for legislation to be introduced to protect postmen and women from potential dog attacks. - eBay gets magical item
A chair used by JK Rowling during the writing of the first two Harry Potter books has been put up for auction on eBay. - Stornaway post office to close
A post office in Stornaway is to close after the subpostmaster handed in his resignation. - Royal Mail to invest in modernisation
Further investment is to be made in the modernisation of Royal Mail, it has been announced. - FedEx promotes services in new video parodies
A leading courier services firm is promoting its operations through a range of spoof informercials. - Dundee residents 'hit by postal problems'
Residents in Dundee have claimed they have had postal delivery problems since the introduction of a new system at a local Royal Mail sorting office. - Community 'in the dark' over post office closure
An MP has criticised the decision to keep a community in Wales "in the dark" other the closure of a post office. - Online sales hit by small fall in June
New figures have revealed that online retail sales fell slightly in June compared to the previous month. - Yorkshire outreach services to resume
Two villages in North Yorkshire are set to benefit from the relaunch of outreach services in their area. - Royal Mail makes final call on strike action
The Communication Workers Union has been urged by Royal Mail to rethink strike action taking place today (July 17th). - City Link chief resigns
The head of leading courier services firm City Link has resigned from his position, according to reports. - Cullen post office set for retirement?
A post office in Cullen could be closed as its owner is planning an early retirement, according to reports. - Online retail sales 'on the rise'
New figures have revealed that sales of goods via mail order and online stores grew last month. - Postal strike action condemned
Royal Mail has claimed it will essentially be business as usual for the firm on Friday (July 17th), despite planned strike action. - Postal workers to strike again
Royal Mail staff across the UK are to take part in strike action later this week, it has been confirmed. - Manchester postal services going to the dogs?
Postal services in Greater Manchester could be cut due to a rise in dogs attacking postmen and women. - South Lakes post office to go part time
The announcement that Cartmel village is to lose its full-time post office has left campaigners disappointed. - DHL delivery services 'the fastest available'
A new survey has revealed that DHL's delivery service from the US to countries including the UK is faster than its competitors. - Future of post office causing 'real concern'
"Real concerns" are being raised over the future of the post office, according to an industry representative. - Scottish MP urges post office support
The government must do more to support the post office network across the UK, according to a Scottish MP. - eBay sellers urged to consider strikes
People who are selling goods on eBay should take into account the current postal strikes in London, an expert has warned. - DHL completes share deal
Courier services firm DHL has completed the sale of its shares in Deutsche Bank, it has been confirmed. - Plymouth post office closed
A post office in Plymouth has been closed after an audit led to its subpostmaster being suspended. - London postal strikes get underway
Postal workers in London have begun strike action over modernisation plans for Royal Mail. - Tories make post office pledge
The Conservatives have made a pledge to stop the closure of a number of post offices in rural areas. - Government efforts to save post offices 'inadequate'
The government's efforts to save post offices in the UK were "inadequate", according to a new report. - Royal Mail critical of strike action
Strike action planned by the Communication Workers Union in London has been condemned by Royal Mail. - Celebrities launch online shopping site
A new online shopping site featuring clothes ranges from a host of celebrities, including Peaches Geldof and Fearne Cotton, has been launched. - Post offices 'struggling to stay open'
New research highlights that many post offices are struggling to keep their doors open as subpostmasters report a drop in income.
- Postal workers 'to strike again'
Reports suggest that thousands of postal workers in London could be taking industrial action later this month, following a 24-hour strike in June. - DHL expands temperature-controlled services
A leading courier services firm has boosted the number of temperature-controlled transport facilities it offers. - CWU backs Royal Mail plan postponement
The postponement of plans to part-privatise Royal Mail has been welcomed by a trade union. - Parcelforce unveils new services
A leading courier service provider has launched a range of new packages for those with seeking parcel delivery needs. - CWU continues campaign over Royal Mail plans
The Communication Workers Union has visited the East of England in its efforts to campaign against the government's plans for Royal Mail. - Mandelson expects Royal Mail sale delay
The UK's business secretary has claimed that the part-privatisation of Royal Mail could be delayed. - Woolies reborn online
A former high street retailer has been relaunched as an online shopping website. - Dunmow post office to close?
A post office in Essex could be set to close in the near future, it has been claimed. - Royal Mail accused of post tampering
New claims against Royal Mail that could lead people to seek post office alternatives have emerged. - Online retail spend 'to reach £21.3bn by 2011'
The amount of money spent online in the UK will reach £21.3 billion by 2011, according to new predictions. - Post box removal angers Worcester residents
Residents in the Bilford Road area of Worcester have raised concerns over the removal of a post box. - DHL to improve medical service
A leading parcel delivery firm is to unveil a new enhanced version of its medical transport services. - Parcels to be delivered to pubs?
A new scheme has been set up which will allow consumers to have parcels delivered to their local pub. - Cumbria post office closes
Post office services in a village shop in Cumbria have been closed, according to a report. - Online retailers 'offering discounts'
Consumers who shop online could take advantage of a number of discounts, according to an expert. - Parcelforce hit by data problem
A leading parcel delivery firm in the UK has been forced to apologise after an online system failure led to the release of consumer data. - Strike action 'to undermine Royal Mail's future'
The decision of postal workers in London and Scotland to strike will harm Royal Mail's efforts to create "a successful future", it has been claimed. - Royal Mail 'is failing on the big picture'
A trade union has claimed that Royal Mail needs to negotiate with it over proposed modernisation plans. - Online retailers 'expect sales rise'
New research has revealed online retailers are confident that their sales will rise in the next three months. - Efforts to save Harrow post office fail
A post office in Harrow is to close despite the efforts of local residents to save it, according to reports. - Royal Mail to move delivery office
A delivery office in Edinburgh is to be moved by Royal Mail later this month, it has been revealed. - DHL cuts transit times
A leading parcel delivery firm is celebrating after reducing its transit time for both standard and priority mail. - Privatisation 'would make Royal Mail second class'
The proposed privatisation of Royal Mail would make the organisation a "second-class" service, it has been claimed. - Gloucestershire postal service 'under fire'
Residents in a Gloucestershire town have claimed their postal services have got worse since a recent merger. - Royal Mail critical of London strike
The Communication Workers Union's plans to strike over proposals to modernise Royal Mail have been criticised. - London postal workers agree to strike
Consumers in London may need to seek post office alternatives next Friday (June 19th), after it was confirmed workers are to strike. - Post office to return to Pulborough?
Pulborough could be set to get a new post office, it has been revealed. - Postal workers in Watford plan strike
Royal Mail workers in Watford have agreed to strike over the suspension of a health and safety representative. - Study sheds light on online shopping habits
New research has revealed the items that most Brits are currently buying through online retail channels. - Councillor calls for postal improvements in Dundee
A councillor in Dundee has urged Royal Mail to improve its services in the area. - 'Lifeline' post office closed
The closure of a post office in Hartlepool has been criticised by local residents. - Courier firms unite to promote electric vehicles
A range of leading parcel delivery firms have united to promote the use of electric transport in London. - FedEx tops satisfaction poll
A leading parcel delivery firm is celebrating after topping a major customer satisfaction study. - DHL reveals environmental plans
A leading parcel delivery firm has revealed plans to increase its employees' environmental awareness. - Village post office closure condemned
Plans to close a village post office in Sussex have been met with criticism from local residents. - Report critical of postal closure programme
A new report has criticised the government's programme to close around 2,500 post offices. - CWU reaffirms stance on postal bill
A leading trade union has restated its position on the proposed part-privatisation of Royal Mail. - Suffolk postal plans criticised
Plans to close a Post Office outreach service in Suffolk have been criticised. - DHL backs charity
A non-profit organisation created to encourage school pupils to promote peace has been back by a major parcel delivery company. - Consumers set to up online spending
The amount of money being spent through online shopping sites is set to rise across this year. - Royal Mail plans 'to affect postal jobs'
The Communication Workers Union expects the part-privatisation of Royal Mail to lead to job cuts in the postal industry. - DHL signs courier deal
A leading parcel delivery firm has signed a deal to distribute biomedical equipment on behalf of Beckman Coulter. - Service cut fears over Royal Mail privatisation
The proposed part-privatisation of Royal Mail could lead to service cuts, it has been claimed. - Amazon 'the top online retailer'
New research has revealed that Amazon is the leading online retailer in the UK. - Stoke postal workers consider strike
Postal workers in the Stoke area are considering whether to strike over plans to close a local sorting office. - Royal Mail meets targets
A new report has revealed that Royal Mail has met targets related to the delivery of first and second class post in the last financial year. - Scarborough post office to close
A post office in Scarborough is to be closed as services at its site are being relocated. - FedEx remains sponsor of French Open
A leading parcel delivery firm has revealed it is continuing its sponsorship of the French Open tennis tournament this year. - MP unhappy over postal cut
An MP has spoken out against plans to reduce the service at a post office in the Lake District. - City Link expands West London base
A leading parcel delivery firm is expanding its operations in West London by moving to a new facility, it has been revealed. - Post office closure cancelled
Plans to close a post office in Birmingham have been cancelled in the short-term due to a planning issue. - DHL made partner for UN conference
A leading parcel delivery firm has become the official logistics partner of an upcoming United Nations conference. - Bolton postal workers hold protest
Postal workers in Bolton have held a protest against the proposed closure of a sorting office in the town. - 'No panic' among online retailers
The majority of online retailers are not concerned about their future prospects, it has been claimed. - Council against postal services cut
A council in the Outer Hebrides has criticised plans to cut services at a local post office. - Recession 'expected to drive consumers online'
The impact of the recession is expected to increase the number of people shopping online, according to an expert. - eBay launches anti-counterfeiting initiative
A leading online retailer has announced plans to reduce the amount of counterfeit goods sold through its service. - Public 'against Royal Mail sale'
A new poll has revealed that the majority of people across the UK are against the government's plans to part-privatise Royal Mail. - Sorting office closure confirmed
Parcel deliveries in Ellesmere could be affected by news that the local sorting office is to close at the start of next month. - EA relax rules on battery take-back schemes
Parcel deliveries of batteries being sent as part of a take-back scheme could be affected by regulation changes from the Environment Agency. - Southampton postal workers hold rally
Postal workers in Southampton have held a rally against plans to part-privatise the Royal Mail. - Online sales continue to grow
The online retail sector grew by 14 per cent in April, according to the latest IMRG/Capgemini e-Retail Sales Index. - Union ballots postal workers over strike
The Communication Workers Union has revealed that postal workers are being balloted over whether to take strike action. - Postcomm rules on Royal Mail pricing
Royal Mail is to introduce a new four zone price structure next year, it has been ruled. - Consumers 'to continue spending online'
New research has revealed internet shoppers are set to continue spending online in the near future. - Parcelforce reports revenue increase
New figures have revealed that Parcelforce Worldwide increased its revenues during the last financial year. - Retail site eBay 'a top online brand'
Online retail portal eBay is one of the most popular websites in the UK, according to new figures. - 'Still lots of potential' in online retail
The potential for the online retail sector to continue to grow is massive, it has been claimed. - London postal workers set for strike
Around 16,000 postal workers across London are threatening to strike within the next month, it has been announced. - DHL launches new parcel service
A leading parcel delivery firm has launched a new service that could benefit UK consumers. - Online retailers 'need to improve trust'
Companies that sell goods over the internet need to improve the level of trust they have with consumers, according to new research. - Consumers 'to spend more on fashion online'
New research has found that Brits are planning to spend more money on fashion online in the coming 12 months. - TNT 'bids for Royal Mail's parcel service'
A leading Dutch postal group has reportedly made a bid to take control of Royal Mail's parcels delivery arm. - Postal services strikes to affect Scotland
Postal service workers from Grangemouth, Alloa, Dunfermline and Cowdenbeath are to go on strike this weekend. - Brits 'planning more online shopping'
New research has found that over a third of consumers in the UK are planning to do more shopping on the internet in 2009. - Online retailers 'could increase sales by offering various payment methods'
ClickandBuy claims that online retailers could lose valuable sales if they do not offer a number of recognisable payments methods to consumers. - Online sales 'to grow by 11% in 2009'
New research claims e-commerce will increase this year despite fears from online retailers. - Post Office forced to 'release transparent information'
The government is planning to make the Post Office reveal exact details regarding branches in its UK network. - Residents' anger after mail deliveries cancelled
The Royal Mail has cancelled postal deliveries to one street in the Derbyshire village of Smalley. - High street retailers improving online sales
The new eDigitalResearch e-retail index has found that traditional high street retailers are now increasing their presence and sales online. - Worcester Post Office users disbelief at queue claims
Elderly Post Office users in Worcester are angry over claims there is only a four-minute average wait for customers. - Online retailers 'should make Royal Mail VAT refund claim'
The European Court of Justice decision into the VAT liability of the Royal Mail means online retailers could make a refund claim, according to one accountant. - UPS raising its profile
UPS has signed an agreement with The Tour to sponsor a number of international golf tournaments and work as official supplier to the organisation. - 20-foot post box to tour UK
A huge post box is set to travel across the UK for three months to gain public support for protests against the privatisation of the Royal Mail. - UPS publishes first quarter volume results
UPS's revenue decreased during the first quarter of 2009 but it still delivered on average over 14 million packages per day worldwide. - Online retailers seeing sales increase
Online retailers are seeing their sales figures increase despite the economic downturn, a new study shows. - City Link celebrates 40th anniversary
Parcel delivery firm City Link has been celebrating its 40th year in business. - Game sees 85% online sales increase
Game's preliminary trading results show the retailer saw an 85 per cent increase in online sales compared to last year. - Royal Mail workers could strike over proposed job cuts
Plans to axe Royal Mail workers could result in nationwide strikes by postal employees. - Online retailers receiving social network traffic
New research has shown that social networks are providing a growing amount of online traffic for retailers. - Amazon grows profits
Online retailer Amazon has announced its sales and profits increased during the first three months of this year. - CWU planning Royal Mail privatisation May Day rally
The Communication Workers Union is preparing for a rally on May Day against the part-privatisation plans for the Royal Mail. - Westbury to be without Post Office for 5 months
The closure of the Post Office in Westbury could leave residents without a central mail service for up to five months. - Debenhams launches online clearance store
High street retailer Debenhams has launched a new year-round online clearance store due to a change in customer demand. - Clothing and footwear pushes online sales growth
New figures have shown that online retail sales increased during March. - Online spending predicted to increase in Q2
Javelin Strategy & Research predicts the amount of money spent online will increase in the coming months. - Online fashion retailers 'performing well'
A new study has shown that fashion retailers are experiencing strong interest online. - Royal Mail privatisation plans 'utterly extraordinary'
The Scottish National Party claims the future of the Royal Mail is a key election battleground, as one minister describes the government's privatisation plans as madness. - Royal Mail workers protest at Labour conference
Postal workers have staged a protest at the South East Regional Labour Party Conference in Gillingham against plans to privatise the Royal Mail. - Social networking 'offers online retail opportunities'
The Times reports that social networks give retailers new opportunities to target customers. - Ellesmere residents anger towards Royal Mail closure
Royal Mail has come under fire from the residents of Ellesmere over its decision to close the local delivery office. - Royal Mail to regain pricing control until 2011
Postcomm has announced Royal Mail will maintain its current control over prices for a further year to 2011. - Angry customer taking Post Office to High Court
A customer is taking the Post Office to court over long waiting times. - Parcel2Go.com turnover boosted by Post Office strike rumours
Rumours of a Post Office strike before Christmas saw consumers looking for alternative methods to send gifts. - Agency running brand's charity eBay auctions
A specialist agency has been launched aimed at running charity auctions on eBay on behalf of brands. - Online retail sales increase in March
Online retail sales worldwide increased during March, a new study shows. - Highlands to lose Royal Mail post bus service
The Highlands of Scotland could be set to suffer after Royal Mail has announced it is stopping five post bus services across the region. - DHL expands UK network
Leading parcel delivery firm DHL has announced it has expanded its network of service points in the UK. - Consumers 'spending more online'
New research has found that consumers in the UK are spending more time buying products on the internet. - Post Office 'cannot survive more closures'
The Post Office network in the UK cannot survive any more closures, according to the National Federation of SubPostmasters.
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