Postal Delays Due To Bad Weather

[Dylan]

how long are people waiting for 45s from the states. the post here seems to be realy slow just now.

got one that was posted 21/11 in USA that still isn't with me.

anybody got any longer than that ?

[Mrtag]

how long are people waiting for 45s from the states. the post here seems to be realy slow just now.

got one that was posted 21/11 in USA that still isn't with me.

anybody got any longer than that ?

Not Yet Dylan!! But It Looks Like I Could Be Working On It

[Paul Shirley]

last xmas i got a record deliverd from the states in just 6 days .yes i kid you not just six days normal post and i know a friend who had the same thing

[Mrtag]

last xmas i got a record deliverd from the states in just 6 days .yes i kid you not just six days normal post and i know a friend who had the same thing

I Wish Mine Would Come That Quick!! I Wanted To Play It Out Tomorrow Night I Think The Hold Up Is At This End Due To The Recent Weather!!

[Paul Shirley]

has your telly broke down john

[Mrtag]

has your telly broke down john

No Unfortunately Corrie, Eastenders, Then F**king Corrie Again I Rest My Case Your Worship!!

[JOE TORQUAY]

i'm still waiting for some from last xmas from the states, mostly post is fairly reliable from the states even at this time of year,

it's when it reaches mount pleasant delays start to happen,

i bought one from essex last week that hasen't arrived yet although he said he waded through the snow to post it,

i guess if people say they have posted items you have to take there word for it, for a while anyway,

joe.

[Dylan]

i'm still waiting for some from last xmas from the states, mostly post is fairly reliable from the states even at this time of year,

it's when it reaches mount pleasant delays start to happen,

i bought one from essex last week that hasen't arrived yet although he said he waded through the snow to post it,

i guess if people say they have posted items you have to take there word for it, for a while anyway,

joe.

i'm 110% certain these records are posted they are just taking too long

[Ronjon]

how long are people waiting for 45s from the states. the post here seems to be realy slow just now.

got one that was posted 21/11 in USA that still isn't with me.

anybody got any longer than that ?

Still waiting for one from Germany that was posted on the 9th November.

Royal Mail have a critical backlog of over half a million parcel items in my region, that pre dates any of the snowfall. Plus the fact I've had no mail delivered at all since 29th November. Where's it all going??

Andy

[Mrtag]

Still waiting for one from Germany that was posted on the 9th November.

Royal Mail have a critical backlog of over half a million parcel items in my region, that pre dates any of the snowfall. Plus the fact I've had no mail delivered at all since 29th November. Where's it all going??

Andy

Thats Unusual!! They Always Seem To Get The Bills Out No Matter What Delays They Have!!

[Ronjon]

Thats Unusual!! They Always Seem To Get The Bills Out No Matter What Delays They Have!!

Yes they do don't they.

Seriously though I'm beginning to worry as i know at least 5 items have been posted to me(not all records) and when I've been to the delivery office they go to look and come back and say there isn't anything for me.

Anybody on here work for Royal Mail that can help me out?

Andy

Edited December 10, 2010 by ronjon

[Mrtag]

Yes they do don't they.

Seriously though I'm beginning to worry as i know at least 5 items have been posted to me(not all records) and when I've been to the delivery office they go to look and come back and say there isn't anything for me.

Anybody on here work for Royal Mail that can help me out?

Andy

The Biggest Problem With This Is When Parcels Are Left Lying Around Thats When The Damage Occurs!! I Do Hope You Get Them Soon Atb John.

Edited December 10, 2010 by mrtag

[Guest the fifer]

Yes they do don't they.

Seriously though I'm beginning to worry as i know at least 5 items have been posted to me(not all records) and when I've been to the delivery office they go to look and come back and say there isn't anything for me.

Anybody on here work for Royal Mail that can help me out?

Andy

Hi Andy

I work for Royal Mail at Gatwick Mail Centre the backlog of mail this week has been unbelievable it's always our busiest time of year but the weather over the last week or two has caused mayhem. Just a case of being patient i'm afraid.

Foreign mail will have been delayed last week as a lot of freight flights were cancelled.

Derek

[Mrtag]

Hi Andy

I work for Royal Mail at Gatwick Mail Centre the backlog of mail this week has been unbelievable it's always our busiest time of year but the weather over the last week or two has caused mayhem. Just a case of being patient i'm afraid.

Foreign mail will have been delayed last week as a lot of freight flights were cancelled.

Derek

Thats Probabley Why Seb In Sweden Got His Record And The Lads Over Here Haven't Got Theres Yet!! The Swedish Are Obviously Better Equipped for this Kind Of Weather

[Steve Myers]

I am waiting for items that were posted on the 25th from the States still not arrived, but yet, I have received one today that was posted on the 30th. I also have about another six items posted to me from UK over ten days ago.

The postman has made no attempt to get to us for at least 10 days and the few things that are now getting through are mainly the junk mail items that go straight in the bin.

Admitedly we are in one of the worst hit areas (South Yorkshire) but if I can get my Wife's car Daughters car plus myself up the road why cant the Royal mail get a van down, tried ringing the local office but it goes straight to a message...

Rant over......for now.....

[Ronjon]

I am waiting for items that were posted on the 25th from the States still not arrived, but yet, I have received one today that was posted on the 30th. I also have about another six items posted to me from UK over ten days ago.

The postman has made no attempt to get to us for at least 10 days and the few things that are now getting through are mainly the junk mail items that go straight in the bin.

Admitedly we are in one of the worst hit areas (South Yorkshire) but if I can get my Wife's car Daughters car plus myself up the road why cant the Royal mail get a van down, tried ringing the local office but it goes straight to a message...

Rant over......for now.....

Hi Steve

Yes I'm in your region also (Chesterfield) and I believe that's where the biggest backlog of items is.

Andy

[Ronjon]

Hi Andy

I work for Royal Mail at Gatwick Mail Centre the backlog of mail this week has been unbelievable it's always our busiest time of year but the weather over the last week or two has caused mayhem. Just a case of being patient i'm afraid.

Foreign mail will have been delayed last week as a lot of freight flights were cancelled.

Derek

It may be just a question of being patient Derek same as you say. I hope the backlog is cleared pretty quickly.

Thanks for replying

Andy

[45cellar]

Had some recent wins from the States quite quickly, may be wrong but thinking first in last out regarding backlog.

Rather than rotation depending on date. Similar happened last year if I recall.

Last year ALL turned up in the end, it's the not knowing on the expensive / elusive stuff that hurts.

One from 01/12/10 has recently arrived from U.S.A. whereas I'm still waiting for one from 26/11/10 from a reputable dealer in the States.

[Steve Myers]

Had some recent wins from the States quite quickly, may be wrong but thinking first in last out regarding backlog.

Rather than rotation depending on date. Similar happened last year if I recall.

Last year ALL turned up in the end, it's the not knowing on the expensive / elusive stuff that hurts.

One from 01/12/10 has recently arrived from U.S.A. whereas I'm still waiting for one from 26/11/10 from a reputable dealer in the States.

Yeah thats what i was thinking, just skimming off the top of the pile at the moment. I am sure everything will turn up in the end, and I am a very patient guy.

It's just a bit annoying when you see everyone getting around and going to work. But no postal workers !!!!!!!

[TOAD]

if you think mail from the states is bad..ive been waiting since the 4th of nov for a 6 cent record from jamaica ...soon come (as they say there)

[Mark Bicknell]

I sent a cheque up to Scotland Monday for a record which still has not arrived the seller sent the record same day as he knew there would be problems with the post and it's not landed yet, bit of snow in this country and everything comes to a standstill, not worried too much as things should get back to normal now as the snow has melted, must praise our post lady as she was still on her delivery well into late afternoon all this week but it's right that the bills seem to get through before important stuff like records lol

Regards - Mark Bicknell.

[Mrtag]

I sent a cheque up to Scotland Monday for a record which still has not arrived the seller sent the record same day as he knew there would be problems with the post and it's not landed yet, bit of snow in this country and everything comes to a standstill, not worried too much as things should get back to normal now as the snow has melted, must praise our post lady as she was still on her delivery well into late afternoon all this week but it's right that the bills seem to get through before important stuff like records lol

Regards - Mark Bicknell.

Exactly Mark I'm In No Big Hurry For The Bills They Can Come End Of January Or Feb But I Want My Records NOW!!

[Guest julesp1905]

i'm 110% certain these records are posted they are just taking too long

I had a package arrive in 5 days from Ohio, what value is your item?

Royal employ extra staff this time of the year, however not as simple with the custom and excise at Mount Pleasant, High volumes passing through plus stricter vetting. plus the moving of that unit to langley in berkshire in the new year

Of course as highlight if you live in a snow affected region there are postal delays, Royal Mail has affected area's on it's website, though the information isn't the best

[Guest julesp1905]

I sent a cheque up to Scotland Monday for a record which still has not arrived the seller sent the record same day as he knew there would be problems with the post and it's not landed yet, bit of snow in this country and everything comes to a standstill, not worried too much as things should get back to normal now as the snow has melted, must praise our post lady as she was still on her delivery well into late afternoon all this week but it's right that the bills seem to get through before important stuff like records lol

Regards - Mark Bicknell.

Buisness post goes through automated sorting machines, downstream access is supplied to Royal Mail Postcode sorted, it will always travel through the system at a faster rate than manual sorted items, probally not what you wanted to hear, but just an explaination as to why

[45cellar]

Had some recent wins from the States quite quickly, may be wrong but thinking first in last out regarding backlog.

Rather than rotation depending on date. Similar happened last year if I recall.

Last year ALL turned up in the end, it's the not knowing on the expensive / elusive stuff that hurts.

One from 01/12/10 has recently arrived from U.S.A. whereas I'm still waiting for one from 26/11/10 from a reputable dealer in the States.

I had a package arrive in 5 days from Ohio, what value is your item?

Royal employ extra staff this time of the year, however not as simple with the custom and excise at Mount Pleasant, High volumes passing through plus stricter vetting. plus the moving of that unit to langley in berkshire in the new year

Of course as highlight if you live in a snow affected region there are postal delays, Royal Mail has affected area's on it's website, though the information isn't the best

one from 26/11/10 from a reputable dealer in the States.

The record from the States arrived this morning & has a "Royal Mail Mount Pleasant Customs" Stamp 10 DEC 2010

[Dylan]

I had a package arrive in 5 days from Ohio, what value is your item?

Royal employ extra staff this time of the year, however not as simple with the custom and excise at Mount Pleasant, High volumes passing through plus stricter vetting. plus the moving of that unit to langley in berkshire in the new year

Of course as highlight if you live in a snow affected region there are postal delays, Royal Mail has affected area's on it's website, though the information isn't the best

its not so much the value of 1 item I think i'm now waiting on 6 packages....

no mega money things individually but the total added up would be a bit.

the jades on poncello arrived today and it was a very good price.

[Guest julesp1905]

its not so much the value of 1 item I think i'm now waiting on 6 packages....

no mega money things individually but the total added up would be a bit.

the jades on poncello arrived today and it was a very good price.

As most know, ebay US has reminded users that it is law they declare actual value of items on customs declarations, high value items attract import charges and slows up delivery as charges have to be paid in advance

[Mrtag]

Exactly Mark I'm In No Big Hurry For The Bills They Can Come End Of January Or Feb But I Want My Records NOW!!

Good News It Arrived This Morning!! It's Surprising What A Shout On Here Can Do!!

[Mrtag]

The record from the States arrived this morning & has a "Royal Mail Mount Pleasant Customs" Stamp 10 DEC 2010

Looks Like Good News For You Too Roger !!

[Pilgrimsoul]

I sent a cheque up to Scotland Monday for a record which still has not arrived the seller sent the record same day as he knew there would be problems with the post and it's not landed yet, bit of snow in this country and everything comes to a standstill, not worried too much as things should get back to normal now as the snow has melted, must praise our post lady as she was still on her delivery well into late afternoon all this week but it's right that the bills seem to get through before important stuff like records lol

Regards - Mark Bicknell.

Mail in Scotland has been stuck there since the snow started and mail going to Scotland is stuck at the railhead terminal at Doncaster but now we have a bit of a thaw it should start moving