Noticing The Needs Of The "New Normal"

The Prime Minister's announcement last night that people should only go to work if "essential" should see various workplaces now close their doors.  In many instances, this may mean that post which arrives at those workplaces will not be dealt with - at least until a suitable redirection is arranged.  So what if you are a landlord or tenant (or other contracting party) who wants to serve notice or thinks that you might be the recipient of one during the upcoming months?  

The question of how you can achieve valid service of a notice, application etc. under a lease (or indeed under any type of contract or relevant legislation) in this "new normal" will now need to be reviewed - both carefully and urgently.  Every situation will depend upon the particular provisions of the lease, contract and/or legislation, but suitable arrangements should be considered to try to avoid legal arguments in the future about whether a party has lost a contractual or statutory right.