First-Class Stamp Prices to Rise in October

Royal Mail to raise the price of a first class stamp

The cost of a first class stamp is going up from next week and it’s the third increase in 18 months.

Royal Mail to raise the price of a first class stamp

The cost of a first class stamp is going up from next week and it’s the third increase in 18 months.

First-Class Stamp Prices to Rise in October

The cost of first-class stamps will rise by 14% for the second time this year, according to the Royal Mail. The increase will take effect from October 2, with the new price set at £1.25, up from £1.10. In contrast, second-class stamp charges will remain unchanged. Financial expert Martin Lewis advises individuals to “beat the hikes by stocking up now.” He suggests bulk-buying first-class stamps before the price increase, noting that stamps witho…