Topic: Royal Mail - Industrial Disputes

Written Question

Mr. Soames: To ask the Minister of State, Department for Business, Innovation and Skills what compensation will be paid by the Royal Mail to businesses which can demonstrate financial losses from postal strikes. [295689]

Member Answering Question: The Rt Hon Pat McFadden MP, Minister of State for Business, Innovation and Skills

Answer: Compensation for delayed mail is a matter for Royal Mail who have put in place a compensation framework agreed with Postcomm, the industry regulator. Details concerning Royal Mail's compensation procedures can be found on Royal Mail's website

www.royalmail.com

Compensation for delays caused by industrial action relating to Royal Mail's bulk mail products is subject to a decision by the Regulator.

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