Author: Scott Dylan

Aldi is preparing for a busy festive season by hiring 3,500 new store colleagues, ensuring a seamless customer experience.The recruitment includes a variety of roles such as store assistants, managers, and cleaners to support increased demand.Aldi is offering competitive wages, leading the market with £12.40 per hour nationally and £13.65 inside the M25.The initiative is part of Aldi’s expansion plans, with 17 new stores set to open before the year’s end.Other supermarkets like Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, and M&S are also increasing their workforce for the holiday period.As the festive season approaches, Aldi is proactively bolstering its workforce by recruiting 3,500 new…

Waitrose has teamed up with pop group S Club to promote its revamped No.1 premium range.The campaign features a lively advertisement shot at Waitrose’s renovated John Barnes store.S Club members can be seen dancing in the aisles to a remix of their hit song, ‘You’re my Number One’.The campaign aims to showcase Waitrose’s exceptional new flavours and high-quality offerings.Waitrose has invested £1bn in revamping its product range and stores as part of a broader strategic initiative.Waitrose, the upmarket grocery retailer, has enlisted the iconic pop group S Club in its latest advertising campaign. This initiative aims to celebrate the relaunch…

Iceland has made headlines by launching its first ‘over 18’ spicy ready meals, featuring the intense Pepper X.The new meals, Pepper X Chicken Tikka Masala and Pepper X Chilli Mac & Cheese, demand proof of age before purchase.Pepper X, the world’s hottest chilli, is the key ingredient, boasting a heat level of 2.69 million Scoville units.This initiative makes Iceland the first UK supermarket to set age restrictions on food products.Iceland’s Halloween range expands with 118 products, reflecting a significant increase in their seasonal offering.Iceland has made a bold move by introducing two new ready meals that feature Pepper X, known…

N Brown has achieved a return to profit despite a decrease in sales, thanks to strategic digital enhancements.The company reported a £200,000 pre-tax profit for the first half, a significant improvement from the previous year’s loss.Despite a 6.7% drop in overall sales, strategic measures helped counteract adverse market conditions.A mobile-first website and new product information management system were pivotal in improving customer experience.Leadership affirmed their commitment to achieving sustainable growth through improved marketing and operational management.N Brown, the owner of brands such as Jacamo, JD Williams, and Simply Be, announced a turnaround back to profitability for the first half of…

End Clothing, a renowned luxury streetwear brand, has been acquired by Apollo, a major private equity firm.This acquisition follows a previous ownership by The Carlyle Group, who bought the brand three years ago.The purchase aims to recapitalise End Clothing amidst declining financial performance.Co-founders Christiaan Ashworth and John Parker have stepped back post-acquisition.Apollo’s investment is expected to bolster End Clothing’s financial health and strategic growth.In a significant development, End Clothing, a key player in the luxury streetwear market, has been acquired by private equity giant Apollo. This acquisition comes after The Carlyle Group’s ownership, which commenced three years ago. The move…

Waitrose partners with Just Eat to broaden its on-demand grocery delivery.229 Waitrose branches will offer delivery via Just Eat across major UK cities.The move complements Waitrose’s partnerships with Deliveroo and Uber Eats.Waitrose plans up to 100 new c-stores as part of a significant investment.In-store innovations include a delivery hatch for orders outside store hours.Waitrose has joined forces with Just Eat to expand its on-demand grocery delivery service. This strategic partnership will see deliveries rolled out to 229 branches across key cities, including Birmingham, Glasgow, London, and Manchester. By aligning with Just Eat, Waitrose aims to enhance its convenience offerings to…

In an unexpected revelation, a solicitor from Accrington, Lancashire, has been publicly reprimanded by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) for retaining client funds without justification for an extensive period of 14 years.Anthony Foley, operating as a sole practitioner, admitted to breaching professional conduct rules by failing to advance the administration of an estate in a timely manner. Originally concluding the estate’s administration in May 2005, Foley overlooked shares held by the deceased, referred to as ‘Client A’, in seven different companies. This omission was discovered only after the estate was initially settled.These shares, not sold during the estate’s administration, left…

Traffic Safety & Management has successfully relocated its headquarters to Bromsgrove to support its ongoing expansion.The new headquarters is situated at Fiji House on Harris Business Park, covering 2,090 sq ft.Founders Martin Sheridan and Leigh Turbill initiated the move to separate the headquarters from the main depot for further growth.The relocation strategically positions the firm at the heart of the motorway network, enhancing operational efficiency.The property acquisition was facilitated by John Truslove, securing the premises on a five-year lease.Traffic Safety & Management, a firm specialising in designing and managing roadworks and traffic around essential projects, has transferred its headquarters to…

Asda embarks on a significant uniform redesign trial spanning six weeks, their most substantial change in over a decade.2,600 employees from 12 Asda stores are participating in testing the new uniforms, which comprise 10 distinct styles for various roles.The trial includes feedback on style, comfort, and functionality, aiming to refine the uniforms before a 2026 launch.Special focus is given to fabric improvements, such as breathability and incorporating natural cotton for menopausal symptom relief.Asda’s initiative is part of broader efforts to enhance working conditions for its store colleagues.Asda, a major player in the supermarket sector, is currently undertaking a significant trial…

Tesco unveils new advertising options to bolster retail media efforts.The supermarket introduces video ads and store wraps for more expansive promotion.Short-form videos on Tesco’s digital platforms aim to enhance brand visibility.Store wrap advertising is being extended to up to 50 locations for broader reach.A new insights portal launches to support personalised and impactful advertisements.Tesco has announced a strategic expansion of its advertising capabilities, unveiling new formats that aim to enhance its retail media presence. These developments include the introduction of video advertisements, allowing brand advertisers to effectively capture customer attention through engaging short-form videos on Tesco’s website and app.In a…