That will be followed by the introduction of a completely new regulatory framework, which is planned to be in place by April 2012. Aside from protecting the universal service, in principle and in practice, Postcomm says it is also keen to provide an environment in which letter and parcel delivery companies are free to innovate, and in which they can become more efficient while continuing to meet the needs of customers.
It also says that customers' interests will remain at the top of its agenda throughout its work. At the same time, Postcomm adds that it wants to listen to both the public, and the companies and people working in the mail and parcel delivery service. To do this, it is to publish details of its working timetable and processes in the run-up to consultations on, and then the introduction of, its new regulatory system.
The regulator adds that it is keen to review the way in which Royal Mail provides information about its costs and revenue, so that this balances the need for Royal Mail to be open about its finances, and potential competitors' wishes to be able to accurately measure the viability of any new letter or parcel delivery service.
Postcomm also says it is keen to keep an eye on Royal Mail's power in the market, and identify instances where this is seen to be operating against customers' interests, for example on issues such as parcel prices. One of the first bodies to express its opinion on Postcomm's proposals was Consumer Focus, the body which speaks up for consumers on general issues, and matters specific to particular industries and business sectors.
It broadly welcomed Postcomm's plans, but said that its work was largely biased towards customers based in urban and suburban areas, and suggested that it should improve its presence in rural areas, work more closely with devolved administrations, and focus individual projects on gathering information about the needs of Welsh, Scottish and Northern Irish postal service customers. The evolving parcel delivery business has seen many new and innovative companies weighing in to offer services designed for a broad range of customers.
With couriers such as Parcelforce and FedEx around, you can be sure that you are getting a good deal. Search through the leading deals on all international delivery services online.
About the Author:
The Right Steps to Take in Postcard Printing -
by
Kate
Over the years, technology has continuously evolved. That innovation has brought a lot of changes to the way businesses carry out their printing needs. For the past years, you will notice that the changes brought by evolving technology have improved the printing process which made...
Some Business Card Printing Guides -
by
Kate
Your business cards are considered as one of the most forceful promotional or marketing tool for your business to be identified and recognized in the business industry. As such, it is a must for you to always give your business cards to many people in...
Choosing the right tile in Hingham and Duxbury -
by
Freeman Scott
From your kitchen to the bathroom and beyond, tile is a great way to add a custom touch to your interiors. Hingham and Duxbury homeowners will want to closely consider price, durability and style when choosing their tile. Duxbury and Hingham homeowners may feel overwhelmed,...
Berkeley Group posts H1 pre-tax profits up 18.5% as proof of strength of South East housing market -
by
Charlotte Rivington
In reporting it's H1 results today, Helical Bar said that the market opportinities it has been waiting for are arriving as a number of very interesting schemes and investment opportunities are now being sold by the banks, institutions and over-geared private property companies and they...
What are the parts of a business plan? -
by
William King
Business plans are very important documents. It defines a specific business plan about a business. It is usually well orchestrated document made after a lot of hard work and research done regarding a specific industry. Business plan need to be complete with all its main...
Where Will I Post My MLM Web Business Online For Free? Is This Wrong Thinking? -
by
Daniel Butler
Where will I post my MLM internet business on-line free? Have you ever asked yourself this query? Or have you ever ever gone on-line to look for free places to post regarding your internet business? If you answered yes to any of those queries then...
How To Create Online Net Promoting Business Works For You -
by
Daniel Butler
When you are exploring into the net internet marketing business, you may find that you'll utilize numerous varieties of strategies to help you to be successful in what you do. What strategy you get depends upon the type of online business that you are going...
