Royal Mail Uniform Update
Dear Colleagues,
The purpose of this LTB is to update Branches on recent developments with regards to uniform matters and about what is on the agenda for the period ahead, as part of the activity linked to the National Joint Working Group. A summary of the changes coming in and plans ahead is as follows:
What is new or changed
- Cagoule will be available from end of May 2026;
- Two new trainer styles will be available in April 2026;
- All heat-seal logos are being replaced with a new woven badge;
- Cushion flex trainers have been re-designed to the sport flex.
What is being trialled
- Outdoor resistance jacket – a lighter weight fabric and improved breathable membrane;
- Beanie hat – new fleece material;
- Snood – new item.
Trials coming up
- Round necked T-shirt – new item;
- Male shorts are being re-designed for a better fit;
- New stretch fabric for the lite walking trousers;
- Outdoor gilet has been re-designed with an improved fit;
- Neck guard added to the explorer hat;
- Baseball cap has been re-designed – back to an adjuster strap, neck guard removed and improved fit overall.
The business has advised us that volunteers are being sought for forthcoming trials and that individuals who want to volunteer can find the details on the Robin app.
Further information and images of several of these uniform items, from the business and the supplier, are attached as Appendix – Overview and Images.
Ordering procedures remain the same. The uniform ordering platform can be accessed via the Robin app and it has been confirmed that a user login or password are no longer required. The terms of any arrangements for footwear or garment special measures, specific needs items and / or footwear reimbursements due to medical conditions remain as previously outlined. For ease, please see attached LTBs 303/21 and 391/21, which advise on this. The union has proposed an increase to the reimbursement allowances and continues to seek an appropriate raise.
May – RM Uniform Month
The business has informed us that a range of uniform-related information and communications will be circulated throughout May, which will include posters and stickers in workplaces, WTLL videos and other advice aimed at raising awareness, improving compliance and ensuring full knowledge of the range available and how to order, as well as the uniform returns process.
This is also a good opportunity for branches to encourage area and unit reps to take up uniform-related issues on behalf of members.
Uniform Roadshows 2026
As previously, there are more Uniform Roadshows planned for 2026 to showcase various items and take questions and feedback.
The next two site visits will take place in London next month, at EC1-4/W1DO on 21st April and WCDO on 22nd April.
The Department has been advised that Branches are invited to suggest larger sites (i.e. SIP 150+) for the upcoming Roadshow visits. This invitation comes with the caveat that a maximum of two or three visits per month will happen and not every request can necessarily be met.
CWU Conference 2026
Branches will be aware that CWU Conference is taking place on 10th – 14th May (the General Conference on the 10th and 11th, followed by the Postal Conference on 12th – 14th) and Sam Dixon, the Royal Mail lead, will be running her regular Royal Mail uniform stand, which is going to be located near Solent Hall. Please visit the stand and try on some of the new kit.
Any enquiries to the content of this LTB should be directed to the Outdoor Department, email address: Pharacz@cwu.org.
Yours sincerely,
Tony Bouch
Assistant Secretary
LTB 090/26 – RM Uniform Update
Appendix – Overview and Images
LTB 303-21 – RM Uniform Special Measure Arrangements
CWU Eastern No5 Branch 
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