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Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Morrisons cuts 3,600 jobs as it closes 17 stores in huge supermarket shake-up
The supermarket also shut more than 50 of its in-store cafes earlier this year RETAIL CHANGE Morrisons cuts 3,600 jobs as it closes 17 stores in huge supermarket shake-up MORRISONS has cut over 3,600 jobs as it shuts 17 stores in a huge shake-up to its operations. The supermarket reduced its workforce from 104,819 to 101,144 for the year ending October 27 2024. 1 Morrisons has cut over 3,000 jobs since October last year Credit: Getty Its store staff numbers fell from 88,258 to 85,508 and manufacturing roles dropped from 7,865 to 7,612. Meanwhile, distribution staff declined from 5,783 to 5,424, and head office employees shrank from 2,913 to 2,600. It comes after the Morrisons shut 17 of its stores around the UK earlier this year, with the final store in Haxby, North Yorkshire, closing on May 14. It cited the need to cut costs amid rising financial pressure. As part of the overhaul, the grocer also shut more than 50 of its in-store cafés, 35 meat and fish counters, and 18 Market Kitchen food courts earlier this year. The supermarket posted a pre-tax profit of £2.1billion for the year ending October 27 2024, reversing losses of £919m in 2023 and £1.3bn in 2022, according to new filings on Companies House. The supermarket also cut more than 8,800 roles in 2023. Do you have a money problem that needs sorting? Get in touch by emailing money-sm@ Plus, you can join our Sun Money Chats and Tips Facebook group to share your tips and stories
Scottish Sun
23-07-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Morrisons charging new extra shopping fee after big rule change as shoppers fume it's a ‘slap in the face'
Plus, an expert consumer champion weighs in on the conversation SUPERMARKET WEEP Morrisons charging new extra shopping fee after big rule change as shoppers fume it's a 'slap in the face' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MORRISONS has enraged customers by charging an extra £3 for shopping deliveries if a customer does not spend £40. Previously shoppers could spend as little as £25 on a delivery without paying the surcharge, which was helpful for smaller families and elderly people. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Morrisons has increased the cost of their online delivery charge Credit: Getty The new rules, brought in on July 14, say the new charge would not apply if you have paid for a delivery pass. The £25 total excludes the delivery cost. Customers have reacted furiously, with one calling it a "sneaky" move on and hit out at the lack of notice. Another added: "Great. @Morrisons was the one that I relied on as someone by themself. I was doing £25 home deliveries without extra charges. Now these are changing terms. Not everyone can/needs to spend £40 minimum ." Meanwhile on a frustrated shopper complained: "Struggling to make ends meet and now I find this. Bit of a slap in the face really." And another fumed: "I noticed that Morrisons sent me an email saying that if you don't spend £40 online shop you will be charged £3 on top of your delivery charge... "I can clearly see how Morrisons is planning to gain from customers." Consumer champion Martyn James said: 'Online deliveries became a lifeline for people over the pandemic. 'But for millions of people they continue to be essential. Introducing charges like this might seem small, but for people struggling to make ends meet, they really can have a huge impact. 'Online deliveries help people with disabilities, those working multiple jobs. older and more vulnerable people and families on a tight budget using online services to stay within very tight budget limits. Top things to buy at Morrisons 'These charges seem deeply unfair for those who need deliveries the most.' Morrisons said: 'We have recently introduced a £3 delivery fee supplement to customers who order a basket of £40 or under to be delivered to their home. 'This fee will not apply to our paid Delivery Pass Customers and even with the additional fee our prices remain competitive versus the rest of the market.' At Asda, there is an extra £3 charge if the value of your trolley is less than £40 for a delivery order. With Tesco, a £5 minimum basket charge will be added to delivery orders at the checkout, where the basket value is under the £50 minimum basket value. For Sainsbury's, orders under £40 will be charged £7 for standard delivery. More supermarket changes Morrisons is not the only supermarket which has switched up its online grocery offer. Posh supermarket Waitrose has launched a new Delivery Pass following a trial. It allows shoppers to pay a fixed amount upfront for deliveries, either monthly, six-monthly, or annually, through the Waitrose website or app. Without a pass, delivery slots cost between £2 and £4 each. But with the new scheme, a one-month pass will cost £8, a six-month pass is £45, and a 12-month pass comes in at £85. Waitrose says the annual plan could save customers up to £123 a year if they order once a week using a £4 slot.
Scottish Sun
09-07-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Morrisons rolling out ‘revolutionary' new tool that will speed up grocery shopping for customers
Experts say the new tool could become "second nature" just like self-checkouts ALL CHANGE Morrisons rolling out 'revolutionary' new tool that will speed up grocery shopping for customers Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MORRISONS has launched a new AI tool that will help customers find items quicker in store. The Product Finder feature has been added to the supermarket's More app. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 The innovative new AI feature is available on the Morrisons More app now Shoppers can type in what they're looking for and the app will then tell them which aisle it's in and its precise location. You don't have to type in the exact product - it can give you a range of options if you type something like "mango smoothie". It also gives you some detail on how to find the exact product you want. For example, it might say: "With your back to the checkouts this can be found near the end of aisle 2, on the left-hand side." The feature has been built using Google's Gemini AI models. However it was developed by Morrisons' in-house data science team because of concerns about third-party vulnerabilities. Morrisons chief data officer Peter Laflin said the Product Finder is a "prime example of how we're leveraging technology to make shopping easier and more efficient for our customers". Meanwhile a Google Cloud spokesperson said the tool is a "perfect example of AI solving a common, everyday frustration – no more wandering aisles, no more endlessly searching for that one elusive item". Morrisons told The Sun the tool is not designed to replace shop workers. A spokesperson said it's instead aimed at freeing up their time to let them focus on providing customer service on the shop floor. Morrisons major shake-up Experts say the new tool will be revolutionary for shoppers. Darin Ezra, branding expert at Power Brands, says the feature could transform in-store shopping and be a "customer experience revolution". "For years, e-commerce has set the pace in convenience and personalisation," he said. "Brick-and-mortar retailers have struggled to compete, until now. This AI integration helps level the playing field." Jonny Murphy-Campbell, commercial director of Resolvable, said the tool will be especially helpful for more vulnerable customers. "Supermarkets can be overwhelming - especially for people in a rush, shopping with kids, folks who are neurodivergent, or those who are unfamiliar with the layout," he said. He added it could become "second nature" to use it, just like self-checkouts and scan-as-you-shop tools have become. Data concerns With any new technology like this being rolled out there will always be concerns about shoppers' privacy and how their data is used. Ezra says there could be "valid" concerns about surveillance or misuse of location data, so Morrisons should be transparent about what data is collected and how it's used. Murphy-Campbell says: "The big question is what's being tracked. If it's anonymous and purely functional (i.e., "help me find rice noodles"), there's not a great deal to be concerned about." The difference will be if the supermarket is collecting data on loyalty cards or personal profiles. Marty Bauer, retail and ecommerce expert at Omnisend, said: "If AI tools track your movement around the store and your preferences for certain items, retailers — and tech partners like Google — could build detailed behavioural profiles. "These would be even more powerful than what currently exists with loyalty cards like Nectar and Clubcard. "Some reassurance from Morrisons about how the data is used could go a long way towards maintaining trust in the shopping experience."
The Irish Sun
03-07-2025
- The Irish Sun
Morrisons brings back £8 cabin bag that's Jet2 approved, has wheels & fits under plane seat perfectly
MORRISONS is selling an underseat cabin bag for only £8, just in time for the summer holidays. Travel enthusiasts took to social media to share the exciting deal for others to scoop up too. 1 The Jonas bag by Manoukian Paris can be purchased from Morrisons for £8 Credit: Facebook They revealed how the bag can be bought in red, blue or grey, and is perfect for Jet2 flights. The bag measures 40 x 20 x 25cm, and has a telescope handle, as well as a carry handle, with two wheels. Morrisons described their cabin bag, from French brand Jonas, as being made of a "durable material". The user, sharing the bag to the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK Facebook group, attracted a number of responses from other keen bargain seekers. Read More Fab News They described it as a "quite spacious" bag, and praised it for also having an interior zip pocket, and pocket on the side. It also includes a side pocket that makes it easy to find and store your passport when travelling. The greatly priced bag was also shared on Facebook at the end of last year, when it was put on sale for cheap during This poster said: "Ryanair approved underseat bags with wheels and handle to pull at Morrisons cheapest I've seen." Most read in Fabulous It was described as an "excellent find", with one user who added: "I'll have to grab two of them." Major airline introduces strict new luggage ban forcing travelers to keep item in 'plain sight' It comes after Morrisons' also had another cheap bag to fit under the seat in its Their
Scottish Sun
02-07-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Morrisons launches new pizza counter and meal deal & there's a weekly 10% off for some customers
Morrisons hints more Market Street changes are coming PIZZA PERKS Morrisons launches new pizza counter and meal deal & there's a weekly 10% off for some customers Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MORRISONS has fired up a brand-new pizza counter – and it's serving up a cracking meal deal to mark the launch. From today, shoppers can grab two pizzas and a side or dessert for just a tenner from the supermarket's revamped Market Street Pizza Counter. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Morrisons announces new pizza counter Credit: MORRISONS Even better, More Card customers get an extra 10 per cent off every Monday – so your pizza night just got cheaper. The new range includes a mouth-watering mix of 11-inch woodfired pizzas, cheesy stuffed crusts and massive 14-inch stonebaked favourites, all freshly made in-store. There's something for every taste – from a Loaded BBQ Chicken & Bacon Stuffed Crust to a veggie Butternut Squash and Roast Veg Woodfired Pizza. And if you're feeling picky, you can still build your own pizza – it's included in the deal and handmade while you shop. Morrisons has also lined up a tasty selection of sides and sweets, including garlic dough balls, cheesy nachos, and the fiery Garlic Cheese Bomb with Hot Honey. Prefer pudding? No problem. Swap your side for a sweet treat like warm Cookie Cups or cinnamon-dusted Loop Churros with chocolate sauce. For an extra quid, you can add dips like Cheesy Pizza, Garlic & Herb, or even a bottle of Coke to wash it all down. Altogether, the meal could cost up to £15.50 if bought separately – so you're saving more than a fiver just by going for the deal. Fraser Lovatt, Managing Director of Market Street at Morrisons, said: 'We wanted to offer customers a delicious and authentic Italian-style pizza at a price that doesn't break the bank.' The offer is available in all stores with a Pizza Counter from today. In some locations – including Warrington, Gamston and Guiseley – new digital screens have also launched so customers can personalise their pizza and carry on shopping while it's made. This isn't the first time Morrisons has turned heads with tasty food deals. Earlier this year, the supermarket dropped the price of its hot food-to-go range, with sausage rolls going for just 50p and massive footlong sausage rolls for £1. They also made headlines with a limited-edition £1.50 'Full English' pizza, topped with bacon, beans and eggs – which sent social media into meltdown. And who could forget the supermarket's giant one-kilo pork pie or the gold-covered Christmas steak that sold out within days? Morrisons has built a loyal following for its Market Street counters, with freshly prepared food made by in-store butchers, bakers and now – pizza experts. The new menu and £10 meal deal are available now, with more stores expected to get the new ordering screens over the coming weeks. How to save at Morrisons Buying a delivery pass can slash the cost of shopping online if you're a Morrisons regular. You also get priorities for Christmas delivery slots. How much it costs depends on which you get anytime or mid-week, and if it's for the year, six-months or monthly. You'll need to work out the cost compared to how much you spend on delivery without one to see if it's worthwhile. Morrisons does a range of wonky veg that can work out cheaper than the main range. Check websites like Quidco and TopCashback BEFORE you place your order. Cashback websites PAY you to shop. All you have to do is click through their links and the money is added to your online account. Search for discount codes on websites like and to see if you can get money off at the till. Follow your favourite shops on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and sign up to its deals newsletter to get the latest on any offers. We post the best deals in our Sun Money FB group too. Try switching all of your branded or premium goods for lower level ones and see if you notice the difference. Morrisons regularly adds new products to its 'own-brand "savers" range. This is its value range where prices start from as little as 20p. It includes all sorts of products including peas, spaghetti, marmalade, jaffa cakes and washing up liquid. Swap your usual items for savers alternatives and see if you can tell the difference. Shoppers can earn points with the More Than loyalty scheme when they spend online or in store. How many points you earn will depend on the offers available at the time, plus you get five points for every litre of fuel at Morrisons petrol stations. Reach 5,000 points and you get £5 off your shopping, plus there are other offers and coupons and the checkout and via the app. Shoppers also get cheaper prices that are just for members.
