I'm a postie Ama

[Postieonthego]

What is DM26? Is the Royal Mail on its knees? Where's my post? AMA.

That’s much longer days and later starts than I was expecting.

Have you ever been aware of theft within the postal service? It obviously must happen but I wonder how big a problem is.

I stupidly put £50 inside a birthday card recently. Card arrived with the envelope open and no sign of the £50. Royal Mail can’t compensate because I had no proof.

I’ll stick to sending e-vouchers in future!

I've never been aware of any theft at an office level. I am aware of some neighbours who have taken in parcels and then denied this happened.

I'd never put money in a card and I think most people wouldn't but on the spur of the moment it does happen. Bank transfer is much simpler and quicker.

I'd never send flowers via the post as, especially at the moment, you can't guarantee how quickly they will arrive, and dead flowers aren't a great gift - so perhaps your local florist for that.

Also food items at the height of summer is not a great option especially fish.