Millions have paid a loved one to sit in and wait for a delivery for them
A study of 2,000 adults found they receive an average of six deliveries a month – more than 70 a year. But they estimate this has increased by more than a third thanks to lockdown restrictions. As life begins to go back to normal though, one in three have cancelled plans to sit in and wait for a delivery instead and 26 percent have had to take time off work. While one in 10 have even paid someone else to sit in their house and wait when they had to go out to ensure they didn’t miss a package.
Just under a quarter are also happy to pay an average of £5 extra to get a faster delivery of their longed-for purchase.
A spokesperson for Vansdirect, which commissioned the research, said: “A funny phrase that’s been doing the rounds is, ‘A delivery a day keeps the sadness away.’
“During the pandemic, especially during the heavier lockdowns over the winter months, sitting around at home has seemed very bleak.
“Having something coming through the post has been a real bright spot for millions, as something to look forward to.
“We’re sure the nation is very grateful to our delivery drivers and warehouse workers, who have kept these supply chains moving.”
