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Royal Mail is asking its customers to show their appreciation for their postie by giving them a ‘thumbs up’ - from a safe two metres distance - as they go about their rounds.

The initiative is a simple way for the public to say thanks and stay connected with their local postmen and women, while respecting the Government’s social distancing rules.

This safe distance is just over the height of a Royal Mail postbox away. Giving a thumbs up is also a handy reminder not to reach out to try and take parcels direct from postmen and women to ensure contact free delivery.

Royal Mail’s postmen and postwomen are at the heart of the communities in which they work.

The initiative is a simple way for the public to say thanks and stay connected with their local postmen and women, while respecting the Governments social distancing rules.

With the country observing Government advice to stay home, for many people their local postman or woman may be one of the few friendly faces they see each day.

The delivery of letters and parcels is an important way to keep connected for those who may be unable to leave their home.

The move comes as postmen and women across the UK have been inundated with thank you messages and pictures from children and customers.

How to get involved

Show your appreciation and give a 'Thumbs Up' for your postie