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Politics · 30 May 2026

Posties vote for new pay and work deal

Posties vote for new pay and work deal

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Royal Mail workers have agreed to a new pay and work deal, which the government says is a fresh start for the service. The Communication Workers Union announced members backed the working arrangements by 65% and a 4.5% pay offer by 72%. Business Secretary Peter Kyle said this agreement means a new chapter for Royal Mail.

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