Tossup
In 2025 this company’s CEO Emma Gilthorpe was succeeded by then-COO Alistair Cochrane. This company is the best-known subsidiary of IDS plc, which in 2025 was taken over by EP Group, a firm run by the Czech billionaire Daniel Křetínský (“kre-TIN-skee”). In October 2025, this company received a 21 million pound fine from Ofcom due to delays affecting its “universal service obligation.” In 2013, the Coalition government privatised this company, which dates back to the reign of Henry VIII, and has competitors including Evri and DPD. For 10 points, a crown is depicted on the logo of what delivery company that issues first-class stamps? ■END■
ANSWER: Royal Mail [or Royal Mail Group Limited; reject “Post Office”]
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= Average correct buzz position
Buzzes
| Player | Team | Opponent | Position | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elliot Earley | Sheffield B | Edinburgh A | 60 | -5 |
| James Headon | Edinburgh A | Sheffield B | 72 | 10 |
| Rick Line | Cardiff | Cambridge B | 74 | 10 |
Summary
| Tournament | Edition | TUH | Conv. % | Neg % | Average Buzz |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK (North) | UK | 1 | 100% | 100% | 72.00 |
| UK (South) | UK | 1 | 100% | 0% | 74.00 |