Paragraph 1 – Who is affected?

DPD drivers across the UK are being unfairly affected by recent pay cuts and deductions. Hard-working drivers, who already face rising fuel costs, van leases, insurance, and long hours on the road, are now seeing their daily income reduced. DPD has introduced a 65p per stop cut and daily deductions of £20/£25,leaving drivers struggling to cover their expenses and provide for their families.

Paragraph 2 – What is at stake?

If these unfair cuts remain, thousands of drivers will face financial hardship, some may be forced to leave the company, and parcel delivery standards could decline. DPD relies on drivers to maintain its reputation, yet these changes undermine their loyalty and commitment. Fair pay is not only vital for drivers but also for the stability of the delivery network that millions of customers and businesses rely on every day.

Paragraph 3 – Why is now the time to act?

With living costs at record highs, drivers cannot afford to absorb these reductions. DPD must act now to reverse these cuts, protect drivers’ livelihoods, and respect the people who keep the company moving forward. We call on DPD management and Geopost to listen to drivers, restore fair pay, and commit to a sustainable and respectful partnership with those who represent the backbone of the delivery industry.

Paragraph 4 - Lack of Transparency

You can’t check if the deductions and additions are correct because you don’t see the breakdown.
Example: if you delivered 40 smalls and 10 heavies, it should net 30 smalls x 65p = £19.50 deduction.
But if DPD don’t show the counts, you can’t verify if the right numbers were used.

Paragraph 5 - Self-Billing Requirement

Because DPD operates self-billing, they’re legally responsible for issuing accurate, itemised invoices.
HMRC guidance says self-billing invoices must show enough detail to reconcile charges — a lump sum “smalls deduction” with no itemisation could be argued as non-compliant.