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Royal Mail launches probe after postman ‘put Reform fliers in the bin’

Royal Mail is investigating an employee who allegedly boasted about "dumping" Reform UK leaflets in a bin. Reform's legal representatives sent a formal complaint to chief executive Alistair Cochrane, alleging misconduct ahead of the May 7 Local Election.
The screenshot circulated over the weekend in a private Facebook group called Royal Mail Chat, containing more than 30,000 members. The employee allegedly wrote, "I dumped them all in a bin," while using the acronym "IDGAF."
Reform lawyers claimed the conduct "undermines the democratic process and Reform's lawful right to engage in political campaigning." The Party demanded an internal investigation within three days and compensation for "loss and disruption caused by this incident."
Royal Mail issued a statement saying it "plays a crucial role in elections" and confirmed an investigation into the allegation. Reform UK leader Nigel Farage said the conduct would be "very disturbing and an attack on the democratic process" if true.
This incident follows a 2024 General Election scandal where a postman was filmed writing "racists" on Reform leaflets. Royal Mail, which includes members of the Communication Workers Union, faces renewed scrutiny over impartial delivery commitments.

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