Author: Scott Dylan

Tesco announces significant price reductions across over 50 products, aiming to relieve financial pressure on customers.A substantial portion of these reductions target the baby products aisle, beneficial for young families.Notable price cuts include reductions of 16% on well-known brands like Pampers and Johnson’s.Own-brand products, such as Tesco yoghurt drinks and garlic mayo, witness reductions of up to 19%.This continues Tesco’s earlier initiative of cutting prices on over 500 household essentials in June.Tesco has introduced an extensive round of price cuts affecting more than 50 products, as part of its strategy to provide financial relief to consumers. This initiative includes significant…

John Lewis Chairwoman, Sharon White, calls for government action on rising shoplifting incidents.Incidents of theft are increasing, with Waitrose particularly affected by organised crime and antisocial behaviour.Shop workers in Scotland have legal protection from abuse, highlighting disparities in legislation.Threats with weapons have been reported, although no serious staff injuries have occurred.Sharon White advocates for visible police presence to deter crime.John Lewis Chairwoman Sharon White has publicly urged the government to address the escalating issue of theft affecting retailers. She has called for tougher legislation, particularly in England, to provide better protection for store employees similar to that in Scotland, where…

Tesco is initiating an innovative in-store recycling trial, transforming broken plastic toys into educational materials for UK schools. This initiative, in collaboration with Hasbro and Wastebuster, encourages families to recycle at participating locations.From 4 September to 4 December, selected Tesco stores will host recycling bins for broken plastic toys.Collected toys will be transformed into new products like coat hangers and chair components.The trial supports the Recycle to Read campaign, enhancing children’s reading materials access.Schools in Sussex with the highest recycling points will receive book vouchers, supported by Harper Collins.Tesco is embarking on a pioneering initiative aimed at reducing plastic waste…

Waitrose and John Lewis have aligned with M&S in advocating for the removal of VAT on period pants, a charge currently set at 20%. These retailers are absorbing VAT costs to ease financial burdens on customers. There is a governmental review of the tax status of period pants. Sainsbury’s joins the campaign, aiming to pass savings to consumers. The initiative highlights inequities in tax regulations surrounding essential items.Waitrose, alongside John Lewis, has echoed the call made by M&S for the government to abolish the value-added tax imposed on period pants, which is currently 20%. In a bid to support this…

Trust in British supermarkets has declined to levels reminiscent of the horsemeat scandal, impacting consumer confidence significantly.Household concerns over soaring food prices continue to mount amid the persistent cost-of-living crisis.The current trust score of supermarkets has reached a mere 30, a stark drop from previous highs.A significant portion of consumers are altering shopping habits, favouring budget options as prices remain a concern.Industry experts urge supermarkets to introduce lower-cost items in more stores to alleviate consumer pressure.Trust in UK supermarkets has dramatically fallen to its lowest level since the infamous horsemeat scandal, as noted by consumer research company Which?. This decline…

As the Bank Holiday weekend approaches, Brits are anticipated to host the last major barbecues of the year.Tesco reports a significant surge in sales of traditional BBQ foods such as burgers, sausages, and plant-based alternatives.A special Clubcard deal offering 25% off six bottles of wine and fizz is driving unusual purchasing patterns.With students returning to schools and summer holidays concluding, this weekend marks a final opportunity to gather outdoors.Recent trends indicate an inclination towards cost-effective home gatherings over dining out.As the Bank Holiday weekend approaches, Brits are gearing up to host what is expected to be the final set of…

Major UK supermarkets have issued recalls of numerous pastry products due to contamination fears.Concerns centre on potential metal and plastic contamination in certain pastry items.Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda, and Aldi are involved in the nationwide recall.The issue was identified by chilled foods supplier Compleat Food Group.Consumers are advised to return affected products for a full refund.Major UK supermarkets, including Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda, and Aldi, have initiated recalls of specific pastry items amid concerns that they may be contaminated with metal and plastic fragments. The products, which include popular items such as sausage rolls, steak and ale pies, steak slices, and cheese…

The John Lewis Partnership is set to recruit over 10,000 roles nationwide.Positions are available in Waitrose and John Lewis stores, and distribution networks.Over 2,800 seasonal roles are open across 329 Waitrose stores.More than 2,900 temporary positions are available in 34 John Lewis stores.2,700 roles in the supply chain will be filled via recruitment agencies.The John Lewis Partnership has embarked on a significant recruitment initiative, aiming to hire more than 10,000 people across the United Kingdom. The roles span both the Waitrose and John Lewis brands, including their extensive distribution network. This expansion seeks to enhance customer experience, with dedicated training…

Exciting new beverage products are hitting UK shelves, including Monster Zero Sugar and Dead Man’s Fingers X KFC rum.Monster aims to thrill with a zero-sugar variant, mimicking the iconic taste of its original energy drink.Dead Man’s Fingers collaborates with KFC for a limited-edition rum featuring the fast-food giant’s signature spices.Hooch expands into caffeinated alcoholic drinks, introducing the Soopa range with a vodka base.Barr Soft Drinks unveils PWR-BRU, a non-HFSS energy drink offered exclusively in Scotland.Coca-Cola Europacific Partners is set to launch the Monster Zero Sugar, mimicking the flavour of the original Monster beverage but without calories or sugar. This new…

With the inflation ongoing and cost-of-living concerns, UK shoppers are seeking better value in local shops.A Which? investigation found shoppers at convenience stores paid over £800 more annually than at bigger supermarkets.Tesco has initiated product overhauls in their Express stores to offer affordable alternatives, boosting their value reputation.Morrisons has followed suit, incorporating their budget range into 500 Daily stores due to consumer demand.The shift comes amid pressures for supermarkets to introduce budget-friendly options in convenience outlets.In the current economic climate, UK consumers are rigorously seeking value for money in every purchase. Research by Which? indicates that those who primarily shop…