At the announcement of An Posts end-to-end parcel delivery service to the UK were Fiona Fitzsimons, founder of jewellery brand Betty & Biddy and David McRedmond,chief executive of An Post. Photograph: MaxwellsAn Post has launched an end-to-end parcel delivery and returns service designed to “overcome post-Brexit barriers” for Irish small and medium sized businesses. The service, called UK Direct, involves businesses registering to access a “full turnkey solution”, which includes advance customs payments, and three-day delivery with end-to-end tracking. “UK customers buying products from Irish companies can expect fully-tracked delivery by Royal Mail within three days,” the company said. “This service will help take our business to the next level, something we’ve been working towards for a long time.”

Source: The Irish Times March 12, 2026 21:46 UTC