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Christmas is being ‘held to ransom’ by striking postal workers, Royal Mail said last night.
The Communication Workers Union (CWU) is planning to hold a series of one-day strikes through the festive season, including on Christmas Eve, meaning the arrival of Christmas presents and cards could be delayed.
Royal Mail has told the public to post cards and presents early, adding: ‘The CWU is striking at our busiest time, holding Christmas to ransom for our customers, businesses and families across the country.
‘We are proud to have the best pay and conditions in our industry. In an industry dominated by the “gig economy”, insecure work and low pay, our model sets us apart and we want to preserve it.
The Communication Workers Union (CWU) is planning to hold a series of one-day strikes through the festive season, including on Christmas Eve
Royal Mail has said: 'The CWU is striking at our busiest time, holding Christmas to ransom for our customers, businesses and families across the country'
'Despite losing more than £1 million a day, we have made a best and final pay offer worth up to 9 per cent.’
The union said its members will be in London on December 9 for the ‘biggest strike demonstration this country has ever seen’ as
