Press – Apr 18, 2026

Evri and GMB agree landmark two-year deal with £15 minimum hourly rate for self-employed couriers

An Evri Courier handing a customer a blue slip to confirm the details of a doorstep parcel collection. The transaction is taking place in a block of flats

Agreement from GMB members would see a guaranteed Minimum Equivalent Hourly Rate of £15 nationally and £15.80 in London – this rate is a minimum earnings guarantee, not a maximum earnings cap and is significantly above the National Living Wage
Up to 6 additional holiday days – with one to be used for MOT and servicing
One-off payments linked to the agreement of up to £1,25
Evri prepares to recruit a further 7,000 couriers ahead of peak trading

18th September 2026: Evri and GMB are pleased to have worked closely throughout a positive process, to reach a landmark agreement that the union is recommending to members for acceptance, delivering improved earnings, enhanced benefits and greater certainty for thousands of self-employed couriers across the UK.

This landmark agreement represents a significant milestone for both Evri and the GMB. It is the first-ever two-year agreement in Evri history, covering the period from 9 June 2025 to 8 June 2027 and builds on the long-standing partnership between Evri and GMB.

The agreement delivers a comprehensive package of improvements, including increased minimum earnings, enhanced holiday entitlement, strengthened earnings protections, additional one-off payments, greater earning transparency, and new commitments to jointly review key aspects of the courier pay and expenses model.

The deal includes:

A guaranteed minimum equivalent hourly rate of £15 nationally and £15.80 in London for eligible couriers.
Enhanced protection of existing earnings and rates through to April 2028 for eligible couriers.
Improved holiday benefits for eligible Evri Plus couriers. A regular courier will get an additional 3 to 6 days, one of which is to be used for MOT and servicing.
One-off payments linked to the agreement of up to £1,250
More opportunities for couriers to join the Evri Plus programme.

The agreement follows extensive discussions between Evri and GMB, with both parties focused on recognising the vital role couriers play in serving communities and customers across the UK.

The two-year deal represents a significant multi-million-pound investment in courier pay, benefits and protections, and provides the longest period of certainty ever agreed for self-employed couriers at Evri and establishes a framework for ongoing collaboration on pay, benefits and working arrangements.

The agreement comes as Evri prepares to recruit a further 7,000 self-employed couriers across the UK ahead of peak trading and to support the continued growth of its parcel network. The enhanced package of earnings, benefits and protections reinforces Evri's commitment to making courier opportunities attractive, flexible and rewarding, while helping ensure communities across the UK continue to receive a high-quality delivery service.

This agreement reflects a shared commitment to protecting and improving courier earnings while delivering greater certainty through the first two-year deal in our history. We are proud to have reached a deal that delivers increased earnings opportunities, enhanced benefits, and strengthened earnings protections. Community couriers play a vital role in our success, and we believe this offer represents a fair, competitive and sustainable package that recognises their contribution while supporting the continued growth of our business. Most importantly, it reflects our commitment to continue listening to couriers and strengthening trust as we work together to create a stronger and more sustainable future.

Evri

We have secured a strong and significant deal that not only provides earnings well above the National Minimum Wage equivalent but also protects existing earnings - and creates opportunities for future growth. This agreement is an important milestone and shows what can be achieved through meaningful dialogue and collective bargaining. Evri should be congratulated for listening and engaging with couriers and GMB reps throughout the process. There is always more work to do, but we believe this agreement delivers genuine improvements for members and reflects our shared commitment to building a fairer, stronger, and more secure future for Evri couriers.

Nicola Savage, GMB National Officer

ENDS

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About Evri

Evri Group is the UK’s leading dedicated parcel delivery company. Following the completed merger between Evri and DHL eCommerce UK in 2025, the combined Group delivers more than 1 billion parcels and a further 1 billion business letters annually.

The Group now has two main divisions: its premium service, and the core Evri operating brand. The new premium division – powered by DHL eCommerce UK’s previous operation – provides greater choice and cost-competitive services for both consumers and businesses, with new services including mail collection and processing, and a dedicated separate network for high-value deliveries. Business letters leader UK Mail and customs clearance specialist Coll-8 are also part of The Group.

Evri, the core operating brand, partners with Europe’s top retailers, marketplaces, pre-loved sites and small businesses – and its mission is to be the most convenient way to send, receive and return parcels at affordable prices.

Founded in Yorkshire in 1974, Evri has grown over the last five decades into a team of more than 12,000 employees and over 30,000 self-employed couriers working in their local communities, as well as a growing network of more than 12,500 ParcelShops and Lockers and over 500 hubs and depots. Its super hub in Barnsley, Yorkshire, is Europe’s biggest dedicated parcel delivery facility.

The Group continues to enhance its international capability and enable the global trade of parcels, boosted by its acquisition of Coll-8, an Irish independent customs clearance and logistics specialist, in 2025.

Evri has 4 million independent 5-star Trustpilot reviews, an average courier rating of 4.6 out of 5, reflecting its strong commitment to customer experience. Every parcel matters to Evri – which is why it continues to invest in the ongoing improvement of its operations, services and technology.