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Glasgow Times
a day ago
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Poundland confirms date of app closure in blow to shoppers
It comes as the brand continues with its restructuring process after it was bought by new owner Gordon Brothers in June. The plan, which is waiting for High Court approval, will also see the closure of 68 stores across the UK. Poundland has already closed down 28 stores, with 11 set to shut their doors for good this weekend. Now, Poundland has confirmed the date its loyalty app and online orders will cease. Poundland confirms date for app closures and end of online orders Confirming the app would be closing, a message from Poundland's Perks loyalty app said: " is changing and Poundland Perks is closing. "From 16 September, our website will be for browsing only and Poundland Perks will be closing – but you'll still be able to use your vouchers. "We're currently working very hard behind the scenes to simplify and refocus our stores. The Perking brilliant Poundland Perks is taking over the nation in stores and online today! 😉🎉 Download the app and shop Perking offers here: Get Perking Perksters 😉@tomcampbell — Poundland (@Poundland) October 17, 2024 "And that means very soon there'll be even more ranges at £1, and new items to choose from each week, but unfortunately, we will no longer be providing an online delivery service from 16 September 2025." Adding: "As we work hard to simplify and refocus Poundland, delivering the absolute best value to every one of our customers in our stores, we'll be retiring our Perks app. Recommended Reading "But don't worry, any rewards vouchers that you've already earned will stay in the app, and you'll be able to redeem them in-store until 15 January 2026. "This means we'll focus on having the best Prices, for everyone, in all of our stores – no need for an account, data, membership or vouchers. "Just amazing value every day."
The Herald Scotland
2 days ago
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Poundland confirms date of app closure in blow to shoppers
The plan, which is waiting for High Court approval, will also see the closure of 68 stores across the UK. Poundland has already closed down 28 stores, with 11 set to shut their doors for good this weekend. Now, Poundland has confirmed the date its loyalty app and online orders will cease. Poundland confirms date for app closures and end of online orders Confirming the app would be closing, a message from Poundland's Perks loyalty app said: " is changing and Poundland Perks is closing. "From 16 September, our website will be for browsing only and Poundland Perks will be closing – but you'll still be able to use your vouchers. "We're currently working very hard behind the scenes to simplify and refocus our stores. The Perking brilliant Poundland Perks is taking over the nation in stores and online today! 😉🎉 Download the app and shop Perking offers here: Get Perking Perksters 😉@tomcampbell — Poundland (@Poundland) October 17, 2024 "And that means very soon there'll be even more ranges at £1, and new items to choose from each week, but unfortunately, we will no longer be providing an online delivery service from 16 September 2025." Adding: "As we work hard to simplify and refocus Poundland, delivering the absolute best value to every one of our customers in our stores, we'll be retiring our Perks app. Recommended Reading "But don't worry, any rewards vouchers that you've already earned will stay in the app, and you'll be able to redeem them in-store until 15 January 2026. "This means we'll focus on having the best Prices, for everyone, in all of our stores – no need for an account, data, membership or vouchers. "Just amazing value every day."
Daily Mirror
12-08-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Poundland announces locations of 12 more store closures
Poundland has released a new list of stores that will be closing down before the end of September, making their total number a significant 52 - here's where they are Poundland has revealed the locations of another 12 shops earmarked for closure as part of its restructuring scheme, taking the total identified so far to 52. These form part of 68 stores scheduled to shut under a restructuring plan unveiled following Poundland's acquisition by investment firm Gordon Brothers from Pepco Group in June. Thirteen of these 68 have already closed, including 10 last Sunday, on August 10. Furthermore, Poundland has recently disclosed the locations of 15 stores closing on August 17, and 12 branches that will cease operations on August 24. The budget retailer has now pinpointed the following 12 set to shut after these. It comes as a man claimed 'I work at Tesco and there's one thing I hate doing for customers'. Of the latest group, 11 are confirmed to close on August 31, with the last to shut on September 14. This means Poundland has now revealed the locations of all but 16 of the 68 stores destined for closure. Poundland remains bound to leases on shut stores until its restructuring plan receives approval from the High Court and creditors - the hearing scheduled for August 26. The retailer has shared their anticipation for additional closures over time as their leases expire. Their expectation of their estate stands at a contraction from roughly 800 stores to 650-700. "When a store nearby closes, we understand how disappointing that is for customers, but nevertheless look forward to welcoming them to another Poundland store in the future," said Poundland retail director Darren MacDonald. He added that the affected staff had entered a formal consultation process which would explore any suitable alternative roles. The Grocer reported that the staff working at the latest confirmed stores were already briefed on their closure last week. Poundland's restructuring plan also features the drastic decision to remove frozen food from its stores, halting online trading and retiring its Perks loyalty app, which was only launched last year. The company's frozen and digital distribution centre in Darton, South Yorkshire, is set to close this year, with its national distribution centre at Springvale in Bilston, West Midlands, following suit in early 2026. Stores will be supplied from its remaining two distribution centres in Wigan and Harlow. Gordon Brothers has agreed to invest £80 million in the turnaround, having reportedly purchased Poundland for a mere £1. This follows a recent trading update from parent company Pepco Group revealed that between April 1 and the completion of the sale on June 12, Poundland's revenue fell by 10.3 percent to €347m. Like-for-like sales were down 7.1 percent during the same period - and simultaneously, the number of Poundland stores decreased by 19, from 818 to 799. Interestingly, three of the 68 stores had already shut their doors when Poundland announced its restructuring plan on 17 June. These were located in Swiss Cottage (closed April 20, 2024); Chiswick (closed May 28, 2025); and Southampton West Quay (closed June 9, 2025). Full list of Poundland closures Closed on August 10 Carregaman Road, Ammanford The Fort Shopping Park, Birmingham Valegate Retail Park, Copthorne Way, Cardiff Manors Walk Shopping Mall, Cramlington Charles Street, Epic House, Leicester Chapel Street, Long Eaton, Nottinghamshire Gallagher Shopping Park, Port Glasgow Byron Place, Seaham Darwin Shopping Centre, Shrewsbury Grosvenor Road, Tunbridge Wells Closing on August 17 Midland Road, Bedford Junction One Retail Park, Bidston Moss, Wallasey East Main Street, Broxburn Rushmere Retail Park, Rushmere, Belfast Victoria Road, Dartmouth Lordship Lane, East Dulwich Market Street, Falmouth St Andrews Retail Park, Hull Longwood Retail Park, Longwood Road, Newtownabbey St Catherine's Retail Park, Perth Falkland Square, The Dolphin Centre, Poole Pallion Retail Park, Sunderland Queens Retail Park, Old Rickerscote Lane, Stafford Pavillion Shopping Centre, Thornaby High Street, Worcester Closing on August 24 Cary Lane, Brigg Marshwood Close Retail Park, Canterbury Hertford Street, Coventry Killingworth Centre, Newcastle-upon-Tyne High Street, Kings Heath Orton Gate Shopping Centre Castle Dene Shopping Centre, Peterlee Rainham Shopping Centre, Rainham, Gillingham Regent Retail Park, Ordsall Lane, Salford Coventry Road, Sheldon, Birmingham High Street, Wells, Somerset Whitechapel Road, London Closing on August 31 Church Street, The Mall Shopping Centre, Blackburn Orritor Retail Park, Orritor Road, Cookstown High Street, Erdington, Birmingham Kimberley Shopping Centre, 25 Greens Lane, Nottingham West Street, Horsham Kingston Retail Park, Holderness Road, Hull The Mall, Newlands Shopping Centre, Kettering Main Street Shopping Centre, High Street The Broadway, West 12 Shopping Centre, Shepherds Bush London Street, Southport Taunton Closing on September 14
Axios
01-08-2025
- Business
- Axios
DMV employers jump on pet benefits trend for fur baby parents
Washington companies are jumping on the "fur baby" trend and providing pet bennies to their employees. The big picture: As people continue to delay having children, more owners are considering their fuzzy offspring part of the fam. 94 million American households have a pet, per the American Pet Products Association, and they'll spend a projected $41.4 billion this year on vet care and pet products. State of play: Tysons-based Hilton offers pet insurance and, starting next month, employees will be able to access pet services through its concierge partnership with Wellthy, a spokesperson tells Axios. Think: help finding groomers, vets, boarding spots or doggie-friendly housing. Or, assistance setting up recurring food or prescription deliveries, or with understanding pet insurance claims. Companies with local footprints like Adobe, Blue Cross Blue Shield, John Hancock, Lyft and Workday partner with pet care group Airvet for free 24/7 virtual vet help and discounts on pet insurance, wellness plans, and backup care via resources like Rover, an Airvet spokesperson says. And at Google, workers can bring their furry pals (aka Dooglers) to the office and get discounts on pet insurance through the group Perks at Work, a spokesperson tells Axios. The intrigue: The number of D.C.-area clients Airvet works with jumped 267% between 2023 and 2024, per the spokesperson. What they're saying: Finding a company where pets are supported as part of an employee's family can be a deciding factor for some when choosing a gig, Airvet CEO Brandon Werber says. Many of Airvets' clients say their pet benefits are the highest used and fastest growing option they offer outside of regular health insurance, Werber tells Axios. While offering these types of benefits is a good way for companies to attract and retain the Gen Z and Millennial fur baby parents, says Werber, the appeal has been far more wide reaching than they expected. By the numbers: 32% of fur parents said having pet benefits would incentivize them to stay at their job, or to look for another that offers them, according to a 2021 survey led by Nationwide.
Metro
24-07-2025
- Business
- Metro
Best summer holiday money-saving deals, from kids meals to discount days out
Summer is well and truly underway, leaving many parents wondering how they'll keep the kids entertained on their already-stretched budgets. No matter how frugal you are, extra spending adds up quickly over the school holidays. From meals to activities, the break can put a serious dent in your wallet. But there's no need to panic. A number of UK businesses are offering discounts and deals to help families save money without cutting back on fun — and we've rounded up some of the best. So whether you're looking to plan a full weekend of adventure, or just trying to keep lunch costs down, this go-to guide has an array of options to ensure your summertime schedule doesn't break the bank. One of the simplest ways to save money this summer is to cut back on dining out. However, many places have promotions over the holidays, so you don't necessarily have to miss out. From July 21 to August 29 (excluding weekends), up to two children can eat free when one adult orders any main dish at Bill's. The offer runs all day, including the chain's breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, applying to all children under 10. You'll also be provided with story books, colouring in materials and stickers to keep the little ones entertained while you dine. Browse the Bill's menu and find your local branch here. With the purchase of an adults main meal, children up to 12 years old will receive a free three-course kids meal at Prezzo, every day from July 14 to September 5. All you need to do is sign up to receive a code via email, which you then show to the waiter at the end of your meal. Prezzo has 180 branches across the UK. Visit the website for more information. For a limited time, you can get a 30-day trial of the Kids Pass discount scheme for just £1, which gives you access to great discounts on activities, restaurants and events all across the UK. Take a look here for more information. Parents who sign up to Ask Italian's Perks rewards app can save this summer. All you need to do is claim a code, and you'll get your hands on two free kids meals with the purchase of an adult meal. Valid from Friday July 18 through to Sunday August 31, it makes for a budget-friendly holiday treat. For more information on the offer, or to find your nearest branch, check the Ask Italian website. Finding yourself in London or Edinburgh this summer? Head to Bread Street Kitchen, where children aged 10 and under eat free when accompanied by an adult ordering two courses from the a la carte menu. Kids can choose from mac and cheese, sausage and mash, meatball pasta and more, with no extra cost added to your bill. This deal is valid every day at its Liverpool, Stratford, Limehouse, Southwark, and St Paul's locations, or at the City, Heddon Street Kitchen, Battersea, Mayfair and Edinburgh branches on weekdays only. Visit the Bread Street Kitchen website for more information. If your little ones are pizza and pasta fans, you can get a free, three-course piccolo meal at Pizza Express this summer with every adult main. And given these dishes start at just £12.25, it's a major bargain. There are 339 Pizza Express restaurants across the UK. For more information on the offer or to find your local branch, take a look here. Travelling with the whole clan? During the school holidays, Heathrow Airport is running a Kids Eat Free promotion across a variety of its restaurants. With options in Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5 – including Leon, Shan Shui, Giraffe and Co-Pilots Bar & Kitchen – it's a handy way avoid blowing too much holiday cash before you've even stepped on the plane. The promotion is valid from July 18 to September 2, with one free children's meal for each purchased from the adult's menu priced at £14.95 or more. Visit the Heathrow website for more information. This popular London spot is offering children aged 8 and under a complimentary kids meal with the purchase of any main menu dish, alongside an activity sheet and crayons to keep young diners occupied. Available everyday from 12pm to 5pm, across Angus Steakhouse's five London locations: Leicester Square, Piccadilly Circus, Mayfair, Paddington and Oxford Circus. You can find more information on the brand's website. Alongside restaurant deals, Metro money expert Rosie Murray-West has a few other tips to make eating out more economical. Buying a pack of ice creams from the supermarket rather than a van at the beach will save you more than you'd think, especially if you have more than one child. Or, if you need a caffeine hit while looking after the kids and happen to have a smart meter with Octopus Energy, you can get a code each week for a free tea or coffee at Caffe Nero or Greggs. Days out can add up fast, but summer adventures don't mean you have to spend a fortune. Take a look at our shortlist of the some of the best deals over the summer break. If you're a live entertainment lover but aren't keen on ticket prices, SRO Audiences has got you covered. This service offers free tickets to a plethora of different TV shows — all you have to do is be an audience member. With tickets to the likes of Loose Women, Would I Lie to You?, The Voice UK, the Graham Norton Show and 8 out of 10 Cats does Countdown, there's bound to be something you fancy. It's completely free to sign up, and once you have an account you can apply for tickets to all of these popular shows, and more. Visit the SRO website to see the full list and apply for your seat. Begging your kids to take a break from the screen? Head to Pets at Home, which is hosting free My Pet Pals workshops across its UK stores between July 19 and August 21. These events – recommended for ages four and above – are designed to teach children about how to take care of a range of animals, with activities, a chance to meet store pets, a pocketbook with collectable stickers, and a My Pet Pals certificate. Check out the Pets at Home website for more information and to book your spot. Visitors to the stunning Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew, Richmond, can claim two-for-one tickets with National Rail this summer. As well as being London's largest Unesco World heritage site and home to the largest collection of living plants on earth, Kew features a range of family-friendly activities, from a treetop walkway to a dedicated children's garden. Better still, kids under four go free. Check out full details and claim the offer here. As well as a range of online tutorials LEGO is hosting in-person Creativity Workshops this summer to keep kids' imaginations flowing. Its 'Summer Fun with Music' workshops – available at stores across the country – give children aged six to 12 the chance to design, build and decorate their own unique LEGO microphone for only £5. Affordable, enjoyable and educational is a rare combination for holiday activities, so you might want to reserve a place ASAP. Check out your nearest location and book your spot here. Open daily to the public, the Virgin Media Gamepad is your go-to destination for gaming fun that's totally free. Whether your child is a casual couch gamer or aspiring professional, they can choose from 16 Xbox Series X pods to raid, race and battle, every day at the Gamepad from 2pm to 7pm. More Trending Find out more information on the Virgin Media website. Head down to the steps of Granary Square, Kings Cross from June 30 to August 17 and catch free screenings of your favorite flicks — no ticket needed, just grab a spot on the canal. From recent releases and family favorites to niche cult classics, there's something for everyone's tastes. Plus, you can either bring your own picnic or discover the canal-side bar which sells snacks, cocktails, ice creams, coffee and more. Visit the Everyman website to take a look at the full film programme and menus. Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ View More » MORE: I ditched loo roll to cut costs and pay off our mortgage in just 7 years MORE: Uncle 'threw infant niece down three-storey rubbish chute' MORE: Little-known way to get half-price food from Sainsbury's, Asda, Morrisons and more Your free newsletter guide to the best London has on offer, from drinks deals to restaurant reviews.
