AS the season of giving approaches, people will be buying gifts for loved ones ready for Christmas Day.
If you're sending your gifts through the post, it's important to be aware of the latest dates you can post them in time for Christmas.
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The Royal Mail has announced it's final posting dates ahead of the big day.
For Special Delivery, the last recommended posting date is Monday December 23.
1st Class and 1st Class Signed For packages should be sent by Friday December 20.
And 2nd Class and 2nd Class Signed For packages will need to be sent by Wednesday December 18.
To find out the last dates for posting internationally, visit the Post Office website here.
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