Deliveries & parcels
Get your parcel back and spot fake delivery texts.
I got one of those 'sorry we missed you' cards, but I was in!
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Missed it5
- I got one of those 'sorry we missed you' cardsThe card through the letterbox when a parcel couldn't be delivered.
- It's been left with a neighbourGo and knock at the number on the card or notification.
- Hi, sorry to bother you, I think you've got a parcel for meThe script for collecting from a neighbour.
- It says 'left in safe place'Could be the porch, behind a plant pot, or the bin.
- I'll have to pick it up from the sorting officeThe local Royal Mail collection point.
Arranging delivery5
- I'm waiting in for a delivery'Wait in' = stay home for it.
- Does it need signing for?Signed-for items need someone in to sign.
- Can I book a redelivery?Done online with the reference on the card.
- Could you leave it in the porch?A typical delivery instruction.
- Can I send it to a parcel locker?Lockers at shops and stations.
When it goes wrong3
Sending and scams2
Check yourself15 questions
Question 1 of 15
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