From the end of the month it will cost the same to send a local letter as it does one to the UK.
That’s because the Isle of Man Post Office is increasing the price of a stamp.
One postage rate of 42 pence for a standard letter will be introduced from March 31st.
Special delivery, international postage and the cost of packages are also rising.
Geoff Corkish is the chairman of the Post Office – he says the decision has been made with regret:
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