UK stamps will feature the King’s image for the first time from today (April 4), but the Queen’s image will remain on stamps for some time to come. Charles’ image, adapted by the design of artist Martin Jennings for use on coins by the Royal Mint, will appear on all new stamps with presentation packs on sale.
But the new stamps will not be sold at post offices and other retailers until stocks featuring his mother’s image have been used up. Royal Mail director of external affairs and policy David Gold said Charles has asked for existing stocks to be used, rather than destroyed.
Mr Gold said: “The King gave very clear directions he didn’t want anything to be pulped, he didn’t want things being shredded, he didn’t want stock being thrown away. He was very clear, however long it takes to clear the stock there’s no rush… entirely in line with his well-stated principles of waste and environmentalism.”
