My ceremony was five years ago, but I'll chime in since no one else has. Yes, my confirmation and documents were sent second class. I actually received the letter from the council to schedule my ceremony before I got the letter saying my application had been successful. I didn't include an envelope, but IIRC at the time it wasn't required. Your mileage may vary, as things change with immigration and citizenship all the time, though I do think the citizenship part has remained the most consistent since I've been here anyway. I can't remember what ID I used, probably my provisional licence or passport. Either one is probably OK.