Ofcom considers options for reform, including scrapping Saturday post

Ofcom is reviewing whether Royal Mail should continue Saturday deliveries, with details to be published next week.

The regulatory body hasn't disclosed specific reform options yet.

Currently facing a financial loss, Royal Mail has previously advocated for reducing weekly delivery days from six to five.

Any significant changes would require government and parliamentary approval.

Royal Mail's CEO highlighted the unsustainability of their network designed for triple the current volume of letters.

The Postal Services Act 2011 mandates the existing delivery framework, with no immediate plans for change, although the government is open to considering Ofcom's forthcoming recommendations.