CitySprint is looking to recruit an additional 500 couriers to add to its existing network of 5,000 couriers, ahead of the Christmas peak.

The firm will focus primarily on van couriers to keep up with the additional workload, and a specific focus will be placed on London, Manchester and Reading, amongst other major cities.

Paul Gisbourne, chief operating officer at CitySprint, said: “We know that the Christmas season brings increased pressure, demand and competition for our customers, which is why we are committed to going the extra mile at a time when it matters most.”