Scots will no longer be able to use current first and second class stamps under changes coming into force from Royal Mail next year.
The current ‘definitive’ first and second class stamps - which feature a profile of The Queen on them - will become void from January 31, 2023.
Stamps given out at Christmas will also no longer be in use from this date. Special commemorative stamps - such as the Doctor Who collection - will be unaffected by the change.
Instead, they will be replaced by similar stamps with a barcode attached next to them in a bid to bolster security.Royal Mail said that every barcode will be unique and will enable the introduction of added security features.
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