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Daily Record
06-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Virgin Media O2 customers can save money and travel world with new time-limited reward scheme
Brits can bag hundreds of pounds worth of holiday vouchers - but only until a certain date Many Scots may be torn between travelling the world or saving a bit of money. It is an age old conundrum that taps into both sides of our personalities - the spontaneous, adventure side and the practical, level-headed side. However, what if you could bag a free holiday anywhere in the world and simultaneously pocket a bit of cash without having to lift a finger? For Virgin Media O2 customers, a new reward scheme could offer just that. Blue Mondays is a brand-new Priority from O2 initiative offering millions of exclusive rewards, prizes, and experiences every single Monday - from chocolate bars to holidays worth thousands of pounds. As part of the Blue Mondays line-up, O2 is introducing 'Get on the plane with Priority' that will see one hundred Priority members receive a £300 voucher, redeemable against a holiday on However, there are conditions. The voucher can be snapped up every Monday - but only until June 30. The voucher must also be redeemed within a 48-hour window. So, if you miss the notification, the trip will be gone. O2, though, are framing it as the "perfect reward for the spontaneous amongst us" or those who might need a little help to make a holiday happen, such as families that are a bit more strapped for cash this year. "Priority has always been a loyalty trailblazer, and we're continuing to innovate with initiatives like Blue Mondays — our way of showing appreciation and putting customers first," Lisa Johnstone at Virgin Media O2, explained. "By investing in new experiences and enhanced rewards, we're... helping customers enjoy the everyday alongside life's most special moments, while getting even more value from being part of the Virgin Media O2 family." Priority launched in 2009 and has become one of the most successful loyalty programmes in the UK. In 2024, Uswitch estimated that members could save almost £500 on exclusive rewards through the platform. That same year, members made combined savings of over £23 million. Other Blue Mondays exclusives include elevated 'Monday only' rewards – such as two cinema tickets at Vue for £6 or four for £12, allowing Priority members to save even more money on Mondays than usual via the app. As well as money saving rewards, O2 and Virgin Media broadband customers can also benefit from Priority Tickets which provides access to tickets to some of the hottest gigs and shows in the UK, 48 hours before general release. Last year, O2 sold over 1.5 million tickets to Priority members for shows like Usher and Peter Kay. Wondering how you can get in on the action? All O2 and Virgin Media broadband customers can join Priority for free. You just need to head to the Priority app every Monday. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Scottish Sun
03-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Four savvy ways to make use of lemons around the house
WHEN life gives you lemons, don't just make lemonade. The versatile citrus fruit is the key to many household task hacks. 7 We have four savvy ways to make use of lemons around the house Credit: Getty From cleaning your kitchen to getting insects to buzz off, a bowl of lemons could benefit every home. SIMPLY THE ZEST: Citric acid in lemons is antibacterial and antiseptic, so has lots of uses around the house. If your chopping board needs a refresh, sprinkle it with salt and scrub the surface with half a lemon to give it a new lease of life. You can also put half a lemon in a bowl of water then pop it in the microwave on high. Once the water heats up, which will only take a few seconds, the citrusy steam will loosen the dirt inside the appliance, making it easier to clean. COLD COMFORT: It is cheaper to buy lemons by the bag but that may mean that some of the fruit gets wasted. Instead of letting them get overripe then throwing them away, cut any you won't use in time into slices and freeze flat, before bagging them up for whenever you need them. You can even put small slices into ice cube trays then top up with water. The lemony cubes can go straight in a drink. PEST OF THE REST: Lemons' strong citrusy smell is great for deterring ants, flies and other pests. Mix one part lemon juice to three parts water and squirt it around doors and on windowsills to make ants do a U-turn. Mrs Hinch shares her top tips for the big spring clean – from vacuuming your mattress to washing oven trays in the bath To make flies buzz off, cut a lemon in half and stud the flesh with whole cloves. SQUEEZY START: A lemon drink to start the day is said to aid digestion and boost immunity and hydration. To make one, mix the juice of half a lemon with a teaspoon of honey then add just boiled water. You can also add lemon juice to fresh grated ginger and turmeric. Mix and freeze in ice cube trays. Pop a cube out and stir into boiling water for a speedy goodness-packed drink. Sieve if you don't like the bits. All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability Deal of the day 7 This Charles Bentley five-burner gas barbecue is £229.99 at Tesco Marketplace Credit: Supplied SIZZLE your sausages on the Charles Bentley five-burner gas barbecue, down from £289.99 to £229.99 at Tesco Marketplace. SAVE: £60 Cheap treat 7 Get five pots of sweet peas at B&M for £5 Credit: Supplied GET a pot of sweet peas for £1.50 each at B&M or get your garden blooming with five for £5. SAVE: £2.50 on five What's new? VIRGIN Media O2 customers are in for a treat at the start of the week with new Blue Mondays when they can get extra rewards and prizes, including bigger savings on Vue cinema tickets. Top swap 7 This Love & Roses T-shir is £26 from Next Credit: Supplied 7 This broderie anglaise sleeve jersey top is £14.99 from Credit: Supplied LOOK good in the Love & Roses T-shirt, above, £26 from Next, or give us a wave in the broderie anglaise sleeve jersey top, below, £14.99 from SAVE: £11.01 Little helper UNTIL May 13 you can save 25 per cent on Free From foods when you buy at least three items using a More card at Morrisons. Includes fusilli, normally £1, and treats like cookies, £1.55. Shop & save 7 Get a third off selected bangers and burgers at Sainsbury's Credit: Supplied THERE'S a third off selected bangers and burgers at Sainsbury's. Ten Taste The Difference sausages are down to £2.90 from £4.35. SAVE: £1.45 Hot right now UNTIL tomorrow Morrisons is offering a third off its Market Street sirloin, taking an 8oz steak down from £6.80 to £4.54. PLAY NOW TO WIN £200 7 Join thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle JOIN thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle. Every month we're giving away £100 to 250 lucky readers - whether you're saving up or just in need of some extra cash, The Sun could have you covered. Every Sun Savers code entered equals one Raffle ticket. The more codes you enter, the more tickets you'll earn and the more chance you will have of winning!
Scottish Sun
29-04-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Virgin TV, broadband and O2 customers receive big money-saving upgrade for free – find out how to claim
It comes as another discount for gamers was announced by O2 - scroll to the bottom to find out more GO-2! Virgin TV, broadband and O2 customers receive big money-saving upgrade for free – find out how to claim Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) VIRGIN Media and O2 customers can access even more special savings as part of the company's popular reward app. And it's available whether you're a TV, broadband or mobile user. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The Priority app has a number of big discounts and perks Credit: The Sun / Jamie Harris 2 Check out the Priority app every Monday for new rewards Credit: The Sun / Jamie Harris O2 Priority has launched a "significant refresh" to its offering dubbed Blue Mondays. The firm claims it's already helped members make combined savings of £23million. With the new setup, Virgin Media O2 says it will now give away more than 2million rewards and prizes to customers this year. It means you will find a different selection on offer available to start your week. This includes prizes such as a £300 voucher for a holiday with 100 up for grabs each week. There will be bigger savings on Vue cinema tickets too, with two for £6 or four for £12 on Mondays only - compared to two for £9 or four for £18 at other times in the week on the app. And they are throwing in some freebies as well, with Tony's Chocolonely bars to claim. "At Virgin Media O2, customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we're constantly finding new ways to make being a customer more rewarding," said Lisa Johnstone, Director, Priority, Loyalty & Reward at Virgin Media O2. "Priority has always been a loyalty trailblazer, and we're continuing to innovate with initiatives like Blue Mondays — our way of showing appreciation and putting customers first. "By investing in new experiences and enhanced rewards, we're saying thank you in a way that truly matters – helping our customers enjoy the everyday alongside life's most special moments, while getting even more value from being part of the Virgin Media O2 family." Virgin Media Launches Two Free Rakuten TV Channels
The Sun
29-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Virgin TV, broadband and O2 customers receive big money-saving upgrade for free – find out how to claim
VIRGIN Media and O2 customers can access even more special savings as part of the company's popular reward app. And it's available whether you're a TV, broadband or mobile user. 2 2 O2 Priority has launched a "significant refresh" to its offering dubbed Blue Mondays. The firm claims it's already helped members make combined savings of £23million. With the new setup, Virgin Media O2 says it will now give away more than 2million rewards and prizes to customers this year. It means you will find a different selection on offer available to start your week. This includes prizes such as a £300 voucher for a holiday with 100 up for grabs each week. There will be bigger savings on Vue cinema tickets too, with two for £6 or four for £12 on Mondays only - compared to two for £9 or four for £18 at other times in the week on the app. And they are throwing in some freebies as well, with Tony's Chocolonely bars to claim. "At Virgin Media O2, customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we're constantly finding new ways to make being a customer more rewarding," said Lisa Johnstone, Director, Priority, Loyalty & Reward at Virgin Media O2. "Priority has always been a loyalty trailblazer, and we're continuing to innovate with initiatives like Blue Mondays — our way of showing appreciation and putting customers first. "By investing in new experiences and enhanced rewards, we're saying thank you in a way that truly matters – helping our customers enjoy the everyday alongside life's most special moments, while getting even more value from being part of the Virgin Media O2 family."
The Irish Sun
29-04-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Virgin TV, broadband and O2 customers receive big money-saving upgrade for free – find out how to claim
VIRGIN Media and O2 customers can access even more special savings as part of the company's popular reward app. And it's available whether you're a TV, broadband or mobile user. 2 The Priority app has a number of big discounts and perks Credit: The Sun / Jamie Harris 2 Check out the Priority app every Monday for new rewards Credit: The Sun / Jamie Harris O2 Priority has launched a "significant refresh" to its offering dubbed Blue Mondays. The firm claims it's already helped members make combined savings of £23million. With the new setup, Virgin Media O2 says it will now give away more than 2million rewards and prizes to customers this year. It means you will find a different selection on offer available to start your week. Read more about O2 This includes prizes such as a £300 voucher for a holiday with 100 up for grabs each week. There will be bigger savings on And they are throwing in some freebies as well, with Tony's Chocolonely bars to claim. "At Virgin Media O2, customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we're constantly finding new ways to make being a customer more rewarding," said Lisa Johnstone, Director, Priority, Loyalty & Reward at Virgin Media O2. Most read in Tech "Priority has always been a loyalty trailblazer, and we're continuing to innovate with initiatives like Blue Mondays — our way of showing appreciation and putting customers first. "By investing in new experiences and enhanced rewards, we're saying thank you in a way that truly matters – helping our customers enjoy the everyday alongside life's most special moments, while getting even more value from being part of the Virgin Media O2 family." Virgin Media Launches Two Free Rakuten TV Channels MORE O2 SAVINGS O2 announced another money saver for gamers this week too. Customers can now purchase the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate via O2 Extras for a discount. Each account can earn a £1 airtime saving on their mobile bill when they add they pay for their £14.99 per month subscription to Game Pass Ultimate through O2. This means a saving of £12 per year. Image credit: Getty
