Royal Mail launches Sunday post delivery to compete with online rivals

Royal Mail is changing its Sunday parcel delivery service in a bid try and keep pace with its online rivals.

As of 29 May, the company’s Sunday delivery service is now available to over 12,000 of its online retailer customers.

Previously, there were only 75 large online retailers available for Sunday deliveries, meaning people now have the opportunity to order items on a Friday or Saturday for Sunday delivery.

Why has Royal Mail introduced this change?

Internet purchases boomed during the pandemic, but demand has eased as the lockdown restrictions were lifted.

To compete with online competitors, Royal Mail has said the plan is to transform the business and take market share from competitors.

Nick Landon, chief commercial officer at Royal Mail said: “We all know how convenient it is to order something online that will arrive the next day.

“It frees up time with the family, in the garden, or enjoying your favourite sport.

“Now you can do the same when ordering from thousands of smaller online retailers using our Tracked24 service, seven days a week.”

He added: “Royal Mail is transforming to make sure we deliver what you need now and in the future.

“This change will help thousands of businesses to offer the most convenient delivery options to their customers and to compete and grow.