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In the run-up to every UK General Election, candidates running for a Parliamentary Constituency seat are allowed to have one direct mail campaign or 'Candidate Mail' delivered without charge by Royal Mail.
This direct mail is delivered to either each household within the constituency (if the mail is unaddressed), or each eligible elector in the constituency to which they are a candidate (if the mail is addressed).

Importantly, although there are no postal costs, the design, printing and fulfilment of each piece of direct mail still need to be paid for by the candidate.

There are two ways a prospective candidate can take advantage of the Candidate Mail process:

1) Create your Direct Mail, handling the artwork creation, printing, finishing and artwork and fulfilment approval process, and working with The Royal Mail directly. If you choose this option, you are strongly advised to read through all the information on this page and digest it thoroughly. This guidance is based on Royal Mail Candidate Mail advice and accurate to April 2017.

2) Work with an approved Mailing House supplier of Candidate Mail who will handle the artwork creation, printing, finishing, and artwork and fulfilment approval process on your behalf. If you choose this option, your Mailing House partner will do all the necessary legwork for you to ensure your Candidate Mail is correct, artwork approved, sorted and delivered.

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Since 1983, Washington Direct Mail Ltd have been providing small businesses & organisations nationwide with a wide range of direct mail and printing services. We are a successful, family owned and run company who have developed long standing relationships with many of our clients. Our aim is to provide customers with direct mail and printing services which reflect their needs. We go above and beyond to fulfil the needs of customers, working with Purchasing Departments, Heads of Marketing and the Printing Trade combined with excellent preparation and close attention to detail. Washington Direct Mail’s services are quality ensured through ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 Certifications.

Our main clients include small businesses, charities, corporate and local government.

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