What are the steps required for valid first-class post or delivery exchange?

• A. Posting only
• B. Posting, leaving with, delivering to or collection by the relevant service provider
• C. Delivering to the recipient's email
• D. Sending by email to the recipient

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is that valid service by first-class post or through a delivery exchange hinges on actually handing the document into the proper channel so the service can be completed. It isn’t enough to just create or send the document; you must take steps that place the document into the postal or delivery system.

So, the steps that count are posting the document, or leaving it with, delivering it to, or having it collected by the relevant service provider. In other words, the act that counts as service is either putting it in the mail, or giving it to the service provider so they can handle it (or arranging for the provider to collect it). These are the actions that ensure the document enters the service chain and can be treated as served on the intended date. Emails or other non-validated methods don’t satisfy this form of service. Always keep proof of these steps (like a posting receipt or service-provider confirmation) to show service occurred.