Royal Mail's Delivery Crisis: 73.4% On-Time Rate
Royal Mail's first-class delivery performance plummets to 73.4%, prompting a £21m Ofcom fine and major service reforms. Discover the plan to fix the postal service.
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Royal Mail delivery performance weakens before overhaul
Royal Mail reveals less than 75% of first class post delivered on time as it prepares major service changes and hires 20,000 festive staff. Discover the full story.
Parcel theft crisis hits 1 in 4 UK households
New data shows 25% of Britons experienced parcel theft in 2024. Share your delivery nightmare stories as we investigate this growing epidemic.
Costa del Sol becomes epicentre of global organised crime
The Costa del Sol, a favourite UK holiday destination, is facing a violent wave of organised crime, with murders and drug trafficking happening in plain sight. Discover the darker side of the sunny coast.
Royal Mail delays Saturday second-class post cut
Royal Mail owner IDS postpones controversial delivery reforms, including scrapping Saturday second-class letters, until early 2026. This follows a £21 million Ofcom fine for missed targets. Discover the full story.
US Congress probes UK minister over Post Office scandal
American lawmakers launch unprecedented probe into UK's Horizon IT scandal, seeking testimony from Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey about his role as former Postal Affairs Minister.
Woman finds human body parts in mailed package
A Hopkinsville resident's routine mail collection turns into a nightmare scenario as she uncovers human remains in a delivered package, triggering major police investigation.
Human remains delivered to woman's home via post
A Pennsylvania woman made a gruesome discovery when human remains were delivered to her home through the postal service, sparking a major investigation.
London's post boxes have a hidden genius feature
Discover the clever design secret of Britain's iconic red post boxes that's been hiding in plain sight for generations - and why it's absolutely brilliant.
Daily Mail Crime Desk Launches Essential Newsletter
Stay ahead of breaking crime news with the Daily Mail's new Crime Desk newsletter - delivering exclusive investigations, court reports, and security alerts directly to your inbox.
Postman's mysterious package leaves household baffled
A UK resident received an unexpected surprise in their mailbox - a mysterious package that wasn't addressed to them, sparking curiosity and confusion about postal service protocols.
Australia Post Faces Criminal Charges Over Mail Delivery
Australia's postal service confronts serious criminal allegations for reportedly failing to meet delivery standards, raising concerns about international mail services affecting British households and businesses.
Victoria deputy premier demands zero-tolerance crime crackdown
Victoria's deputy premier calls for urgent zero-tolerance approach to crime as new statistics reveal alarming escalation in youth offences and public safety concerns across the state.
Australia Post Staff Hospitalised After Poison Scare
Multiple Australia Post employees rushed to hospital following suspected chemical poisoning at Melbourne mail centre, sparking emergency response and workplace safety investigation.
Oakland residents leave car windows open to stop thieves
Frustrated Oakland locals are adopting desperate measures against an unprecedented crime wave, leaving car windows down to avoid costly repairs as thieves smash vehicles regardless of contents.
Royal Mail fined £5.6m for delivery failures
Ofcom imposes hefty penalty on Royal Mail after investigation reveals systematic failures in first and second class letter deliveries across the UK.
Royal Mail fined £5.6m for missed delivery targets
Royal Mail faces substantial financial penalty after failing to meet first and second class delivery targets for 2023-24, marking the third consecutive year of service failures.
Royal Mail fined £5.6m for missed delivery targets
Ofcom imposes hefty penalty on Royal Mail after investigation reveals systematic failure to meet first and second class delivery targets across UK.
Royal Mail Faces Ofcom Probe Over Delivery Target Failures
Ofcom launches formal investigation into Royal Mail after it missed first and second class delivery targets, raising concerns about postal service reliability across the UK.
Royal Mail fined £5.6m for missing delivery targets
Royal Mail faces massive £5.6 million penalty after regulator Ofcom finds the postal service missed first and second class delivery targets for 2022-23, affecting millions of customers across the UK.
Australia Post driver's viral meltdown captured on camera
An Australia Post delivery driver's spectacular roadside outburst has taken social media by storm after he was filmed launching into an expletive-filled tirade about his working conditions.
Farage accuses Davey over Post Office scandal
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage alleges Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey deliberately ignored warnings about Post Office Horizon scandal while serving as postal affairs minister.
Australia Post's 'Knock and Run' Delivery Tactics Exposed
Shocking investigation reveals Australia Post drivers leaving 'missed delivery' notes without attempting to knock, leaving frustrated customers empty-handed despite being home.
Merseyside gangsters jailed for 100+ years
Twelve members of a violent organised crime group from Merseyside have been sentenced to more than 100 years combined after police uncovered their brutal reign of terror involving chainsaws and firearms.
Baltimore crime rates drop under new prosecutor
Baltimore experiences significant crime reduction as State's Attorney Ivan Bates implements aggressive prosecution strategies and targets repeat offenders, marking a dramatic turnaround for the city.
Royal Mail's London properties face uncertain future
Exclusive investigation reveals Royal Mail's iconic London properties including Liverpool Street station and Park Lane sites face potential closure or relocation as long-term leases approach expiration, raising questions about the postal service's future
Dashcam footage shows postal workers hit on roads
Disturbing new video evidence shows Australia's postal workers facing dangerous encounters with vehicles while performing their duties, raising serious safety concerns.
Post Office changes threaten rural elderly services
Controversial plans to transform local Post Offices into 'click and collect' hubs could leave elderly residents in rural communities isolated and struggling to access essential services.
Australia Post cash ban sparks national outrage
Australia Post faces furious backlash after quietly implementing cashless policies across branches, leaving vulnerable customers stranded and prompting government intervention.
Royal Mail announces new UK branches in major expansion
Exclusive: Royal Mail announces major expansion with new local branches across the UK, promising enhanced convenience and modernised services for communities.
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