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Praise for post office staff following weather and supply chain disruption

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Staff at the Isle of Man Post Office have been thanked for their ongoing efforts in dealing with high, and volatile, traffic volumes during the busiest period of the year.

The chief executive says his team has been navigating weather and supply chain disruptions to provide the best possible service to customers.

Simon Kneen also extended his thanks to customers for their patience and understanding at this time.

People are being encouraged to plan ahead and take advantage of early ordering, and posting, to ensure timely deliveries.

Recent adverse weather, which disrupted Steam Packet services, has caused delays with mail deliveries as the Island now relies on the ferry to bring the majority of the post to the Island.

It follows a decision by the Royal Mail to stop operating its dedicated post plane in October as a way of the UK post office's efforts to reduce its substantial debts.

At the time Mr Kneen said it would mean ‘minimal disruption’ for customers.

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