Last minute Christmas shoppers don't have long to pick up the final items on their lists.
The big day is fast approaching, with all the planning and prep - or lack of, in some cases - finally coming to a conclusion. Whether you've been shopping since the leaves first started to turn brown, or you're spending this week rushing around to get everything sorted, time is definitely running out.
Like many industries, Royal Mail workers are striking, with staff walking out on December 23 and December 24. Last minute gifts and cards can be subject to delays during the festive period even without industrial action, so Chronicle Live reports it's worth preparing for some items to be a little late.