Post Office invited to Stephen Hawking ceremony

Friday, 15 June 2018 07:06

By Rob Pritchard @rpritchard9

Representatives from the Island will attend a memorial service remembering Sir Stephen Hawking today.

Isle of Man Post Office Chairman, MHK Julie Edge, and General Manager of Stamps & Coins, Maxime Cannon, have been invited to the ceremony.

Ms Edge says that they feel "incredibly honoured" to attend the event and has praised the work and generosity of the foundation.

The Island's postal service have worked closely with The Stephen Hawking Foundation on a number of projects over the last few years.

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