Guernsey Post says that islanders' appetite for online shopping is increasing.
Despite pleas from shop owners to buy local, Guernsey Post CEO Steve Sheridan says mail volumes are up 5% on November's figure last year:
“Shopping patterns have evolved, with fewer sharp daily spikes but a steady build-up in demand as we approach Christmas.
"Our myUKaddress service continues to perform strongly, and demand remains high for popular retailers like eBay, Zara, Vinted, and TikTok Shop, as well as our new Primark Click & Collect option, which has been a real hit with customers.
"The recent uplift is a positive sign that customers are shopping with confidence this festive season."
The Post Office has taken on 10 casual workers to help deliver the parcels and post and they will work until early January.
Mr Sheridan says getting the mail delivered is a priority in the lead up to Christmas:
“Our teams are working tirelessly to keep everything running smoothly.
"With volumes trending upward in recent weeks, we remain focused on delivering a reliable, efficient service for customers throughout this busy period."
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