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Gemma Jones

Royal Mail issue update on stamps after death of Queen

Royal Mail have given an update on the usage of stamps following the Queen's death.

With King Charles III taking over the throne many people have wondered if they are still able to use stamps with Queen Elizabeth II's head on them. Royal Mail have said all stamps featuring the Queen remain valid for use.

A spokesperson said: "Following the passing of HM Queen Elizabeth II, Royal Mail has confirmed that stamps bearing the image of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II remain valid for use. These include definitive stamps - regular 'everyday' stamps - and special stamps."

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They added: "As previously announced, following the introduction of barcodes to everyday stamps, these stamps remain valid until the end of January 2023. Full details of our Swap Out programme can be found at www.royalmail.com/sending/barcoded-stamps.

"All special stamps that have already been announced will be issued, although the launch dates of some may change. In line with past practice, following the death of a monarch all existing post boxes will remain unchanged.

"Post boxes already in production or being prepared for installation, will also retain the insignia of Queen Elizabeth II. No further announcements on stamps will be made before the funeral, and then only at the appropriate time, after consultation with Buckingham Palace."

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