Morrisons partners with Kellogg’s to launch kids’ breakfast clubs
Morrisons is offering free bowls of Kellogg’s cereal and fruit in all its cafés during the Easter holidays to support families facing the challenges of the cost of living.
The supermarket chain has partnered with Kellogg’s to relaunch its popular “Kellogg’s Breakfast” initiative, now available in all 396 Morrisons cafés across the UK until Sunday, April 27.
Any customer can request a “Kellogg’s Breakfast” at the café counter to receive a free bowl of cereal, including favourites like Corn Flakes.
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The supermarket chain has partnered with Kellogg’s to relaunch its popular “Kellogg’s Breakfast” initiative, now available in all 396 Morrisons cafés across the UK until Sunday, April 27.
Any customer can request a “Kellogg’s Breakfast” at the café counter to receive a free bowl of cereal, including favourites like Corn Flakes.
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09/Apr/2025 10:59
Lidl issues recall over Salmonella contamination concern
Lidl GB recalls multiple batches of popular snacking product due to Salmonella contamination.
Sol & Mar Chicharricos BBQ Pork Scratchings (100g) recalled due to Salmonella contamination, posing risk of fever, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps.
Packs with date codes from 05 August 2025 to 12 August 2025 should not be consumed as they could be contaminated.
Lidl GB will place point-of-sale notices in all stores carrying the product to explain the reason for the recall.
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Sol & Mar Chicharricos BBQ Pork Scratchings (100g) recalled due to Salmonella contamination, posing risk of fever, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps.
Packs with date codes from 05 August 2025 to 12 August 2025 should not be consumed as they could be contaminated.
Lidl GB will place point-of-sale notices in all stores carrying the product to explain the reason for the recall.
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01/Apr/2025 10:30
Majestic set to acquire Enotria&Coe
Wine retailer Majestic has announced its acquisition of fellow wine and spirits supplier Enotria&Coe for an undisclosed sum.
Majestic said the deal would support its ambition to become one of the UK’s major suppliers of wines, beers and spirits, as well as improving value, choice and service for its on-trade partners.
Enotria&Coe and Majestic’s on-trade division, Majestic Commercial, will continue to operate as independent businesses, with their head offices remaining in Park Royal, London.
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Majestic said the deal would support its ambition to become one of the UK’s major suppliers of wines, beers and spirits, as well as improving value, choice and service for its on-trade partners.
Enotria&Coe and Majestic’s on-trade division, Majestic Commercial, will continue to operate as independent businesses, with their head offices remaining in Park Royal, London.
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31/Mar/2025 13:50
M&S to raise store worker pay as part of £95m investment
Marks & Spencer will invest £95 million into increasing pay for its retail staff, despite facing “cost pressures” from the government.
Starting from 1 April, the pay rate for UK Customer Assistants at Marks & Spencer will increase from £12 to £12.60 per hour, reflecting a 5% rise year on year and a 26% increase since 2022.
The new pay rate of £12.60 per hour is higher than the government’s national living wage of £12.21 per hour.
“Following the Government’s recent increases in tax and national insurance contributions.
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Starting from 1 April, the pay rate for UK Customer Assistants at Marks & Spencer will increase from £12 to £12.60 per hour, reflecting a 5% rise year on year and a 26% increase since 2022.
The new pay rate of £12.60 per hour is higher than the government’s national living wage of £12.21 per hour.
“Following the Government’s recent increases in tax and national insurance contributions.
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05/Mar/2025 13:53
M&S strengthens its international leadership team with new appointments
As part of its efforts to reset its international business, M&S has strengthened its global leadership team with three new senior appointments.
Manish Kapoor joins M&S from Pepe Jeans as the new managing director for M&S India. Victoria Jones, previously with Clarks, takes on the role of commercial director, international, while Richard Davies has been promoted to international partnerships director, having previously served as head of category for brands at M&S.
All three new appointees will report to Mark Lemming.
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Manish Kapoor joins M&S from Pepe Jeans as the new managing director for M&S India. Victoria Jones, previously with Clarks, takes on the role of commercial director, international, while Richard Davies has been promoted to international partnerships director, having previously served as head of category for brands at M&S.
All three new appointees will report to Mark Lemming.
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19/Feb/2025 12:22
Former Co-op Food Chief joins Asda’s Board of Directors
Jo Whitfield, former Co-op Food chief executive and Matalan CEO, is re-joining Asda’s board as a non-executive director.
Whitfield previously spent eight years at Asda and its George clothing brand starting in 2008, where she held various senior leadership roles across operations, e-commerce, commercial, general merchandise, and Asda Money & Mobile.
Following her time at Asda, Whitfield joined Co-op in 2017 as chief executive for food, a role she held for five years. Most recently, she served as CEO of Matalan.
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Whitfield previously spent eight years at Asda and its George clothing brand starting in 2008, where she held various senior leadership roles across operations, e-commerce, commercial, general merchandise, and Asda Money & Mobile.
Following her time at Asda, Whitfield joined Co-op in 2017 as chief executive for food, a role she held for five years. Most recently, she served as CEO of Matalan.
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11/Feb/2025 08:00
Lidl given the green light to open a pub in one of its supermarkets
Lidl has received approval to open a pub inside one of its stores.
The supermarket chain has successfully secured approval to open a tap room at its Dundonald store in Northern Ireland, allowing customers to enjoy a well-deserved beer after their grocery shopping.
The tap room will be situated at the back of the supermarket, offering space for approximately 45 people, with a bar area seating about six.
According to court records.
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The supermarket chain has successfully secured approval to open a tap room at its Dundonald store in Northern Ireland, allowing customers to enjoy a well-deserved beer after their grocery shopping.
The tap room will be situated at the back of the supermarket, offering space for approximately 45 people, with a bar area seating about six.
According to court records.
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31/Jan/2025 12:04
Tesco announces 400 jobs cut in plans to 'simplify' the business
Tesco is cutting 400 jobs across its stores and head office management as part of a major efficiency programme aimed at “simplifying” the business.
Tesco said the job cuts were driven by the “more competitive than ever” grocery market, requiring the company to find new ways to invest in pricing.
Tesco UK CEO Matthew Barnes announced that the company had begun discussions with colleagues about a series of proposed changes in stores and head offices, aiming to find “new, more efficient ways of working.
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Tesco said the job cuts were driven by the “more competitive than ever” grocery market, requiring the company to find new ways to invest in pricing.
Tesco UK CEO Matthew Barnes announced that the company had begun discussions with colleagues about a series of proposed changes in stores and head offices, aiming to find “new, more efficient ways of working.
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29/Jan/2025 12:28
Morrisons axes hundreds of staff in cost-cutting drive
Morrisons has announced plans to cut over 200 jobs as part of a cost-cutting initiative to address rising expenses tied to changes introduced in the Autumn Budget.
After reviewing its people structure, Morrisons announced it will eliminate the roles of regional people manager, store people manager, and case specialist.
Employees in these roles have been placed at risk of redundancy and will now undergo a 45-day consultation process.
According to a Morrisons spokesperson.
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After reviewing its people structure, Morrisons announced it will eliminate the roles of regional people manager, store people manager, and case specialist.
Employees in these roles have been placed at risk of redundancy and will now undergo a 45-day consultation process.
According to a Morrisons spokesperson.
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24/Jan/2025 16:06
Sainsbury’s to cut 3,000 jobs as it closes down cafes and hot food counters
Sainsbury’s is set to cut 3,000 jobs in the UK by closing its hot food counters and cafés and reducing senior management roles by 20%, as it grapples with rising labour costs.
Simon Roberts, chief executive of Sainsbury’s, said that the job cuts are part of the company’s previously announced plan to reduce costs by £1 billion. He stated that the business is “facing into a particularly challenging cost environment.”
“We have had to make tough choices about where we can afford to invest and where we need to do things differently to make our business more efficient and effective.
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Simon Roberts, chief executive of Sainsbury’s, said that the job cuts are part of the company’s previously announced plan to reduce costs by £1 billion. He stated that the business is “facing into a particularly challenging cost environment.”
“We have had to make tough choices about where we can afford to invest and where we need to do things differently to make our business more efficient and effective.
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23/Jan/2025 14:12
Waitrose launches first new store in six years
Waitrose has launched its first new store in six years, located in Hampton Hill, London. The retailer also revealed plans for an expanded presence in the convenience sector, building on its existing partnerships with Welcome Break and Shell.
The Hampton Hill store is the 47th convenience shop operated by Waitrose. The retailer stated that its primary focus will be on opening smaller, typical convenience stores around 3,000 sq ft, such as the one in Hampton Hill. However, it is also exploring opportunities for larger convenience stores, approximately twice that size.
The Hampton Hill store also highlights the importance of Waitrose's partnerships with Deliveroo.
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The Hampton Hill store is the 47th convenience shop operated by Waitrose. The retailer stated that its primary focus will be on opening smaller, typical convenience stores around 3,000 sq ft, such as the one in Hampton Hill. However, it is also exploring opportunities for larger convenience stores, approximately twice that size.
The Hampton Hill store also highlights the importance of Waitrose's partnerships with Deliveroo.
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13/Jan/2025 13:12
Co-op to open 75 new stores this year in major expansion
Co-op is preparing for significant growth with plans to open 75 new stores over the coming year. The initial locations will include Salford Quays and Newcastle Upon Tyne, though specific opening dates have not yet been announced.
Of the 75 planned openings, Co-op will directly operate 25 outlets, while the remaining locations will be franchise-run. This initiative is part of a larger strategy to launch 120 new Co-op stores over the next four years.
Co-op is also focusing on enhancing its existing locations.
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Of the 75 planned openings, Co-op will directly operate 25 outlets, while the remaining locations will be franchise-run. This initiative is part of a larger strategy to launch 120 new Co-op stores over the next four years.
Co-op is also focusing on enhancing its existing locations.
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07/Jan/2025 11:17
Like a Phoenix rising – SPAR Old Laira Road celebrates grand reopening after overcoming fire
Residents in the Laira area of Plymouth got an extra Christmas present this year – the reopening of the SPAR Gilletts store on Old Laira Road – which is bigger and better than before.
The popular local store burnt down on Boxing Day 2023, after an accidental fire led to severe smoke damage across the building. Since then, the store has been nicknamed ‘the phoenix’ as SPAR team members and local shoppers anticipated what would rise from the ashes.
Thirteen people worked at the Old Laira Road site.
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The popular local store burnt down on Boxing Day 2023, after an accidental fire led to severe smoke damage across the building. Since then, the store has been nicknamed ‘the phoenix’ as SPAR team members and local shoppers anticipated what would rise from the ashes.
Thirteen people worked at the Old Laira Road site.
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23/Dec/2024 13:12
Tesco customers donate 1.9 million meals through Winter Food Collection
Tesco stores across the UK experienced an outpouring of generosity during the Winter Food Collection, with customers donating an impressive 1.9 million meals’ worth of long-life food items. The collection took place between 25th and 30th November in both large and Express stores nationwide.
Each item donated plays a crucial role in supporting the charities FareShare and Trussell, helping to address the heightened need for assistance during the holiday season. Contributions to Trussell enable food banks to supply emergency food parcels to individuals and families struggling to afford essentials.
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Each item donated plays a crucial role in supporting the charities FareShare and Trussell, helping to address the heightened need for assistance during the holiday season. Contributions to Trussell enable food banks to supply emergency food parcels to individuals and families struggling to afford essentials.
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20/Dec/2024 15:45
Asda brings back former CEO as executive chair
Supermarket chain Asda has announced the appointment of Allan Leighton as its Executive Chair.
Leighton served as Asda CEO from 1996 to 2001, before moving on to senior roles with Canadian food retailer Loblaw Companies and UK retailer Co-op.
Current Chair Lord Rose, who has held the role since 2021, will remain on the board for a transitional period to assist with the handover before stepping down.
This is the latest change at Asda in what has been a tumultuous year.
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Leighton served as Asda CEO from 1996 to 2001, before moving on to senior roles with Canadian food retailer Loblaw Companies and UK retailer Co-op.
Current Chair Lord Rose, who has held the role since 2021, will remain on the board for a transitional period to assist with the handover before stepping down.
This is the latest change at Asda in what has been a tumultuous year.
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26/Nov/2024 12:29
Morrisons considers closing loss-making Rathbones Bakery risking 400 jobs
Nearly 400 jobs are at risk at Rathbones Bakery in Wakefield after its owner, Morrisons, announced it is considering closing the site.
Morrisons acquired the Rathbones Bakery manufacturing facility out of administration in 2005. Despite a period of growth and investment, the site has been operating at a loss for several years. Recent accounts filed with Companies House show a loss after tax of £2.2 million for the 52 weeks ending 29 October 2023, following an exceptional impairment charge of £4.5 million. This compares to a loss of £1.4 million in 2022.
“Although we have tried several routes to return the business to profitability.
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Morrisons acquired the Rathbones Bakery manufacturing facility out of administration in 2005. Despite a period of growth and investment, the site has been operating at a loss for several years. Recent accounts filed with Companies House show a loss after tax of £2.2 million for the 52 weeks ending 29 October 2023, following an exceptional impairment charge of £4.5 million. This compares to a loss of £1.4 million in 2022.
“Although we have tried several routes to return the business to profitability.
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26/Nov/2024 12:16
Spar UK Appoints Michael Fletcher as Managing Director
Michael Fletcher has been appointed as the new Managing Director of SPAR UK Ltd. With over two decades of experience, he brings a wealth of knowledge from various high-profile roles within the convenience and grocery retail sectors.
Fletcher spent 22 years at Tesco plc, where he held numerous senior commercial roles in the UK, Ireland and Asia. He joined Co-op Retail in 2013 where he held the position of Chief Commercial Officer before moving on to become CEO of Nisa Wholesale, a role he held until 2022.
Since leaving Nisa.
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Fletcher spent 22 years at Tesco plc, where he held numerous senior commercial roles in the UK, Ireland and Asia. He joined Co-op Retail in 2013 where he held the position of Chief Commercial Officer before moving on to become CEO of Nisa Wholesale, a role he held until 2022.
Since leaving Nisa.
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31/Oct/2024 10:58
Majestic purchased Vagabond Wines for £6.5 million
Documents reveal that Majestic Wine acquired the Vagabond Wines business out of administration for £6.5 million.
As part of the deal, Majestic purchased nine of Vagabond’s bars in London and Birmingham in April, securing 171 jobs.
Vagabond, known for offering over 100 wines by the glass through self-pour machines, appointed administrators Quantuma in March after facing financial difficulties due to debts accumulated during the pandemic and the closure of its popular Heathrow Airport bar.
The majority of Vagabond's locations were sold to Majestic.
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As part of the deal, Majestic purchased nine of Vagabond’s bars in London and Birmingham in April, securing 171 jobs.
Vagabond, known for offering over 100 wines by the glass through self-pour machines, appointed administrators Quantuma in March after facing financial difficulties due to debts accumulated during the pandemic and the closure of its popular Heathrow Airport bar.
The majority of Vagabond's locations were sold to Majestic.
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22/Oct/2024 08:16
SPAR Big Deals of Christmas Returns for 2024
SPAR’s national brand campaign, BIG Deals of Christmas, is back and bigger than ever for 2024.
Launching in SPAR stores on 17th October in Scotland and from 31st October in England and Wales, this year’s campaign promises even more incredible promotional offers.
In addition to unbeatable in-store deals, SPAR will provide recipe ideas, cocktail inspiration, and festive tips to help make the holiday season extra special—designed to drive shoppers into stores.
Ian Taylor.
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Launching in SPAR stores on 17th October in Scotland and from 31st October in England and Wales, this year’s campaign promises even more incredible promotional offers.
In addition to unbeatable in-store deals, SPAR will provide recipe ideas, cocktail inspiration, and festive tips to help make the holiday season extra special—designed to drive shoppers into stores.
Ian Taylor.
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15/Oct/2024 12:30
Australian Lena Lu Donuts launches in the UK
Australian doughnut brand Lena Lu Donuts has made its debut in the UK, with plans to open three locations by the end of November.
The first two locations are inside Primark stores at Lakeside, West Thurrock, and Watford, Hertfordshire, backed by London-based investment firm Gamechangers Investments.
A third Lena Lu location is set to open in November, with additional stores 'on the horizon' for 2025, according to the group.
Lakeside Lena Lu opened its doors on Monday.
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The first two locations are inside Primark stores at Lakeside, West Thurrock, and Watford, Hertfordshire, backed by London-based investment firm Gamechangers Investments.
A third Lena Lu location is set to open in November, with additional stores 'on the horizon' for 2025, according to the group.
Lakeside Lena Lu opened its doors on Monday.
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15/Oct/2024 09:28