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The Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Primark shoppers are raging at new change they've made at the tills shouting ‘they break before you get home already'
PRIMARK'S brown paper shopping bags are instantly recognisable on the high street. But as of last month, the retailer starting charging customers for them for the first time - and shoppers have been sharing their frustrations online. 4 4 From May 12, Primark said it would require customers to pay 15p for their paper bags, regardless of whether they were small, medium, or large. Up until that point, they had been completely free and aimed to be an environmentally-friendly alternative to plastic bags. However, they haven't gone down well with all customers. TikTok user Aamina - who posts under @aamina___ - uploaded a video saying: "Why is Primark now charging for paper bags? 'The bag charge was originally introduced to reduce plastic bag waste and shoppers were given bags for life. 'Now they are charging for one use paper bags that break by the time you get home. 'Is this just a money making scheme?' When it brought in the change, Primark said: 'Got a reuseable bag? Bring it along next time you visit our stores. 'Why the change? Research shows that introducing bag charges reduces the number of new bags customers use. 'It's a simple step that encourages all of us to think twice about our use.' They explained that they use 'use thousands of paper bags every day' and while the paper bags are made from '100% recycled and recyclable materials ', they are 'always looking for ways to cut down on single-use waste.' Bargain hunters are legging it to Primark to nab new travel rucksack - it's only £16 & there's 4 colours to choose from While they advised customers to bring their own reusable bags, they added: 'If you forget to bring a bag, we've got you covered in-store with reusable shopping bags in a variety of sizes, starting from just 80p. 'You'll spot them at the tills in white or our signature brown style, both made from sturdy materials designed to withstand your shopping trips. 'If you're after a more stylish option, we stock canvas tote bags all year round.' 4 'WALKING ADVERT' Responding the TikTok video, people were quick to share their thoughts on Primark charging for bags. One said: 'You're paying for a walking advert for their shop.' A second added: 'They wanna charge for a bag that'll break before I turn around.' However, one person defended Primark for the new charge. They said: 'Pretty obvious isn't it?? Sure a paper bag is miles better than a plastic bag, but it's still pretty much single use. We should all be bringing our own bags when we go shopping!' Another shared: 'People realise shops have to buy the bags in, it's still a product at the end of the day.' Why Primark is great for looking expensive on a budget By Clemmie Feildsend, Fabulous Fashion Editor AS someone who's no stranger to grabbing a last-minute outfit from Primark for a night out, it's about time that celebrities started catching on too. For as long as I've been heading out, Primark has been my go-to for those 'I have nothing to wear' moments, rushing in at the last minute to find something perfect. And I'm definitely not alone - on any Friday or Saturday night, you'll find plenty of shoppers doing the same thing, right before closing time. But no matter what, Primark always delivers. Now, Rita Ora is leading the charge, showing that you can snag a designer-worthy look without spending a fortune at high-end stores. While Rita's not rushing in last minute for a red carpet outfit, she's proving you can achieve the same high-impact style for much less. Looking stunning in her tailored suit alongside her mum Vera, Rita fit right in among the other A-listers dripping in Prada, Dior, and Victoria Beckham - if anything, she looked even better than some of the guests at The Fashion Awards. With Myleene Klass and Roxy Horner already jumping on the Primark bandwagon, I'm sure more stars will be following suit soon enough.
Express Tribune
25-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
When Saba Qamar and Aamina Sheikh were bestie goals
In an Instagram Story shared on Monday, Saba Qamar and Aamina Sheikh showed us how to bring one's A-game to wedding festivities as they posed together during one of Kubra Khan and Gohar Rasheed's many wedding events. "Roll out the carpet, we are coming," Saba wrote to the newlyweds. While the Cheekh actor donned a peachy sari, Aamina stunned in a white, gleaming ensemble. Both the actors opted to tie their hair back, the former in an elegant bun, and the latter in a traditional braid. Aside from elevating the glam game, Saba and Aamina also stood out for being best-friend goals. However, this was just one of the many times the two on-screen sisters showed us exactly what the phrase means. A long-running bond Fondly known as the Maat sisters, the two marked their first appearance together with the 2011 drama serial. Although the drama followed two sisters who were at odds with each other due to different goals in life, it birthed an everlasting friendship between the stars who played them. "I have had an extremely pleasant experience working with Aamina Sheikh. She's one of the most professional and hardworking actors we have in the industry," Saba told The Express Tribune in 2018. Heartfelt reunions In August last year, Saba dedicated a heartwarming note to her industry friend in an Instagram post, which saw them sporting matching black and white attires in true sisterly fashion. Reflecting on their time together, the Karachi Se Lahore actor wrote, "I can't help but feel truly grateful for the time spent with such a wonderful soul. Your presence brought warmth and joy to my home and our conversations left me inspired." She continued to praise Aamina's qualities, adding, "I admire not just your incredible talent as an actor but also the grace and authenticity with which you live your life. It's rare to meet someone who embodies such genuine kindness and wisdom, and I feel fortunate to have you as a friend." Expressing her hopes for the future, Saba concluded with heartfelt wishes, "Looking forward to creating more beautiful memories together and cherishing this friendship for years to come." In the post, the two actors were seen having a girls' day in what looked like Saba's home, which she previously shared a photoshoot of on social media. In one particularly heartwarming picture, they sat on a couch with their hands joining to make a heart. Aamina looked simple yet elegant in a white kurta while Saba kept it casual and clean in a white t-shirt, her summer bangs on full display. Following this, the two announced their on-screen reunion with Case #9 after fourteen long years. In the Instagram Story shared in January, the actors held each other in a long, swaying embrace, both twinning with pairs of sunglasses and crop tops. "Saba, we made it. We're here," Aamina said to her friend, as they clapped their hands together. "We're here to slay." This should be an indication that Saba isn't the only with praises to dispense. Aamina also took to Instagram in August last year to laud her friend's performance as her on-screen sister. "Life and screen both light up and shine when there is mutual respect, admiration, and reciprocity of love," the Cake actor began. "Aimen, my character in Maat, wouldn't have made as significant a mark had it not been for Saba's fearless and uninhibited performance of Saman's (the sister) nuances and recklessness. She was the true yin to my yang in Maat." Hopeful for the years ahead, Aamina concluded, "And now in life, we pick up from where we left off, always grateful, always joyful to have shared the journey and success of Maat together."
