Delays have become a "problem" for Royal Mail recently, with new figures showing they are failing to meet delivery targets. Royal Mail said 91.6% of second-class mail was delivered within three working days, while 77.5% of first-class post was delivered the next working day between September 29 and November 30. Full list of postcodes affected by Royal Mail delaysRoyal Mail has warned customers to expect more delays this week, with 44 postcodes impacted. The Royal Mail website explains: "We aim to deliver to all addresses we have mail for, six days a week. Compensation for delayed deliveryIn some cases, Royal Mail may pay compensation to the sender or the addressee of a delayed item.

Source: The Times February 25, 2026 09:01 UTC