An Post Delivers Holiday Cheer With Massive Weekend Delivery Effort
As the holiday season reaches its peak, An Post has been working tirelessly to ensure packages and Christmas cards reach their destinations in time. The national postal service announced a final pre-Christmas update, reminding customers that December 23rd was the last day for sending holiday cards. To handle the surge in holiday deliveries, An Post shifted their nationwide deliveries from Saturday to Sunday, successfully incorporating over 150,000 additional parcels that arrived in Ireland through various ports and by air. On December 22nd alone, the dedicated team managed to deliver an impressive 330,000 parcels and three million Christmas cards across almost 4,000 postal routes. An Post has assured customers that they are committed to delivering every parcel received at their hubs over the weekend, right up until Christmas Eve. This includes parcels from both Irish and international retailers, and also those sent by individuals. While deliveries for items arriving after midnight on Sunday cannot be guaranteed, An Post emphasized their dedication to delivering as manny as possible. With Christmas cards reaching peak delivery volumes, An Post anticipates delivering over five million cards between December 23rd and 24th. To accommodate last-minute shoppers and those needing to send off those final greetings, post offices remained open all day on December 23rd and until 1pm on Christmas Eve. All post offices will reopen on December 30th, with parcel deliveries resuming on December 28th. In a heartwarming message to the public, An Post Communications representatives shared: “Happy Christmas to you all and thanks for your support over the year.Best wishes for 2025.”## Delivering Holiday Cheer: An Interview with An Post
**Archyde:** This holiday season, An Post has been pulling out all the stops to ensure christmas cards and gifts arrive on time. We’re joined by [Alex Reed Name], a representative from An Post, to discuss the logistical feats happening behind the scenes.
Welcome.
**[Alex Reed Name]:** Thank you for having me.
**Archyde:** let’s get right into it. We’ve seen images of postal workers diligently making their rounds, even on Sundays, to keep up with demand. Can you tell us about this shift in delivery schedules and what sparked it?
**[Alex Reed Name]:** This year presented us with a notable increase in holiday mail volume. To manage the influx and ensure timely deliveries, we made the strategic decision to move our nationwide deliveries from Saturday to Sunday on December 23rd, enabling us to process and deliver over 150,000 parcels arriving through various ports and by air.
**Archyde:** That’s impressive. And what about those who might have missed the December 23rd deadline for sending cards?
**[Alex Reed Name]:** Our post offices remained open until 1 pm on Christmas Eve, recognizing the need to accommodate last-minute senders. Anyone hoping their cards still arrive before Christmas should send them as soon as possible.
**Archyde:** What message would you like to give to readers who are anxiously awaiting their holiday packages?
**[Alex Reed Name]:** We are committed to delivering every parcel received at our hubs throughout the weekend, including those from international retailers and individuals. While we can’t guarantee delivery for items arriving after midnight on Sunday, rest assured our team is working tirelessly to get as many packages to their destinations as possible before Christmas.
**Archyde:** Looking ahead to the new year, are there any anticipated changes or developments that customers should be aware of?
**[Alex Reed Name]:** Yes, our post offices will reopen on December 30th, with parcel deliveries resuming on December 28th.
**Archyde:** We know the holidays can be a busy time for everyone. How significant is public support for An Post during this season, and what role dose it play in ensuring these deliveries happen smoothly?
**[Alex Reed Name]:** Public support is invaluable! Understanding deadlines, sending mail early, and being prepared for potential delays can truly make a difference in helping us manage this demanding time of year.
**Archyde:** That’s a great reminder for all of us. Thank you for taking the time to speak with us today.
**[Alex Reed Name]:** It was my pleasure. Happy Holidays!
**Archyde:** And to our readers, we wish you all a Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year! What are your thoughts on An Post’s efforts this holiday season? Do you think enough is being done to support our postal workers during this crucial time? Share your opinions in the comments below.
## Delivering Holiday Cheer: An Interview with An Post
**Archyde:** This holiday season, An Post has been pulling out all the stops to ensure holiday deliveries arrive on time. Can you tell us about some of the extra measures An Post has taken to handle the surge in packages and cards?
**An Post Representative:** Absolutely! This is always our busiest time of year, and we’re dedicated to making sure everyone’s parcels and cards reach their loved ones. This year, we shifted nationwide deliveries to Sunday to accommodate the additional volume, successfully incorporating over 150,000 extra parcels that arrived over the weekend. On December 22nd alone, our unbelievable team delivered a staggering 330,000 parcels and three million Christmas cards across nearly 4,000 postal routes.
**Archyde:** That’s truly impressive! What can customers expect in terms of deliveries leading up to and after Christmas?
**An Post Representative:** We’re committed to delivering every parcel received at our hubs over the weekend, right up until Christmas eve. This includes parcels from both Irish and international retailers, as well as those sent by individuals. while we can’t guarantee deliveries for items arriving after midnight on Sunday, December 24th, we’ll do our utmost to deliver as many as possible. We anticipate delivering over five million cards between December 23rd and 24th.
**Archyde:** You’ve extended post office hours to accommodate last-minute shoppers. How vital is it for An Post to be accessible during this busy season?
**An Post Representative:** Accessibility is crucial for us. We recognize that people have busy lives,and we want to make sending holiday greetings as convenient as possible. That’s why we kept post offices open all day on December 23rd and until 1pm on Christmas eve.
**Archyde:** What message would you like to share with the public this holiday season?
**An Post Representative:** From everyone at An Post, we wish everyone a happy Christmas and a heartfelt thank you for your support throughout the year. Best wishes for 2025! We’ll see you again soon.
