
## Royal Mail delivery delays affecting Scots
Scots have been warned about significant delays in both the delivery and collection services of Royal Mail. This disruption affects various areas and customers are advised to check if their location is impacted.
### What is happening?
Royal Mail is currently experiencing widespread delays impacting mail delivery and collections across Scotland. This means that letters and parcels may not arrive on their usual schedule.
### Why the delays?
While specific reasons were not detailed, such interruptions typically arise from high demand periods, staffing shortages, or logistical challenges within the postal network.
### What should customers do?
- Check Royal Mail updates for any area-specific announcements
- Monitor tracking information if available for their parcels
- Allow extra time for deliveries and collections
- Consider alternative delivery options if urgent
> "Customers should bear with Royal Mail as they work to resolve these issues promptly."
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The postal service in Scotland is currently under stress causing delays in mail handling, with an ongoing effort to restore normal service quickly.
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The Scottish Sun — 2025-11-29