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Royal Mail Warns Dog Attacks Rise to 2,197 and Urges Safety Signs
Dog attacks on Royal Mail workers rose 2% to 2,197 this year, prompting calls for signs and safety measures to protect staff and avoid delivery suspensions.
- On June 30, 2025, Royal Mail reported 2,197 dog attacks on postal workers over the previous year, marking a 2% increase. The service now urges customers to display warning signs to help protect staff.
- These incidents resulted in 2,700 days of absence during 2024/25, with the longest single period spanning 108 days. Royal Mail noted some workers suffered "permanent and disabling injuries" from these encounters.
- To protect staff, Royal Mail recommends installing letterbox cages and keeping dogs in another room during deliveries. The service also suggests displaying a four-word sign reading "I HAVE A DOG."
- Failure to secure dogs may force Royal Mail to "suspend deliveries to your address," the service warned. The company also reports incidents to the Police and continues to "push for changes" in law.
- Regional data highlights the S postcode area, which experienced a 61% increase in attacks this year, the highest rise among high-risk locations. With Easter approaching, Royal Mail emphasized that community cooperation is essential to reducing these incidents.
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Royal Mail warning as North East postcode among highest at risk of suspensions
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