Royal Mail Employees Begin Wave of Christmas Strikes as UK Labour Disputes Escalate

Members of the Communication Workers Union (CWU) hold a rally in Parliament Square, London, on Dec. 9, 2022. Victoria Jones/PA Media

Thousands of staff members of Royal Mail have launched a series of strikes that are set to disrupt services in the run-up to the busy Christmas season.

Members of the Communications Workers Union (CWU) walked out on Dec. 9, and are expected to continue striking on Dec. 11, 14, 15, 23, and 24.