Episode 2 of 2
Introduction of Uniform Penny Post
- When
- 10 January 1840
- Where
- United Kingdom
The Uniform Penny Post was introduced on 10 January 1840, setting a uniform charge of one penny for delivery irrespective of distance.
The Post Office (Duties) Act 1840 introduced the Uniform Penny Post, making the postal service a government monopoly. The charge was set at one penny for carriage and delivery between any two places in the United Kingdom, regardless of distance, increasing accessibility to the population.
Sources
- Uniform Penny Post Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-19
- Rowland Hill Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-16
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