Shoppers expecting parcels delivered by Yodel should prepare deliveries to take up to "a couple of extra days" due to "small delays" at its depots around the country.
People living in the North East are among those affected as Yodel Depots in Gateshead and Stockton have been hit by the delays caused by increased demand..
Yodel says: "As we head into the busy Christmas period, it may take us a couple of extra days to get your parcels to you in a few areas across the country."