Ofcom has proposed to eliminate Saturday second class deliveries for Royal Mail, allowing the service to operate on alternate weekdays, while maintaining first class deliveries six days a week. This move aims to save the company between £250 million and £425 million annually, reflecting a significant decrease in letter volumes. The changes align with Royal Mail's transition under new ownership to Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky, who has committed to upholding the Universal Service Obligation, amid a backdrop of previous fines for service delays.
Ofcom's provisional conclusion to eliminate Saturday second class deliveries will help Royal Mail save between 250 million and 425 million a year, while meeting user needs.
The planned changes aim to align Royal Mail's delivery targets with international standards, reducing first class mail delivery from 93% to 90% next-day delivery.
Royal Mail's current issues stem from sending only a third of the letters compared to two decades ago, prompting the need for reform to secure its future.
Despite cuts, Ofcom assures that first class mail will still be available six days a week and emphasizes the importance of safeguarding essential services.
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