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The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Shoppers rush to major supermarket get their hands on a 99p mirror
SHOPPERS are flocking to a major supermarket to get their hands on a stylish mirror for less than £1. The absolute steal was found in the middle aisle at Aldi, and the price was almost too good to be true. 3 The egg-shaped mirror sits inside a thick white frame and measures at 40 x 38 x 2.5 cm - making it the perfect bathroom or bedroom accessory. Sharing the discovery on Extreme Couponing and Bargains, the delighted customer said: "Found in the middle aisle!" She added that she'd found the Pebble Mirror in the Stowmarket store. Other shoppers couldn't believe the price and rushed to the comment section. "You can't beat that. Fab 99p", one said. "I've got this mirror in my bathroom, I should have waited and got it for 99p, mine was the original price," wrote a second. Another asked if there were many left. The mirror is no longer available on Aldi's website, so it may only be specific stores that sell the piece as part of a clearance. It's worth keeping in mind that not all stores stock the same items, or have the same prices. Some products may be on sale or reduced due to damage. Aldi has a store finder on its website and app so you can check on stock before making a trip. And remember that the middle aisle changes every week, so you better hurry! This comes after the German grocer announced its expansion plans, splashing out £650million on 10 brand new stores this year. Over the next 14 weeks, ten brand new branches will open across the UK and they'll bring with them around 400 new jobs. Why do Aldi and Lidl have such fast checkouts IF you've ever shopped in Aldi or Lidl then you'll probably have experienced its ultra-fast checkout staff. Aldi's speedy reputation is no mistake, in fact, the supermarket claims that its tills are 40 per cent quicker than rivals. It's all part of Aldi's plan to be as efficient as possible - and this, the budget shop claims, helps keep costs low for shoppers. Efficient barcodes on packaging means staff are able to scan items as quickly as possible, with the majority of products having multiple barcodes to speed up the process. It also uses 'shelf-ready' packaging which keeps costs low when it comes to replenishing stock. Aldi now has more than 1,050 stores across Britain and has set its sights on 1,500 as part of its long-term plan. Each of the 10 new sites will create around 40 jobs, with staff earning at least £12.75 an hour, and even more inside the M25 at £14.05. That's before a planned pay bump this September that'll push starting pay up again. All Aldi staff also get paid breaks, worth around £1,370 a year to the average store colleague. Alongside the new sites, Aldi will also give 30 of its existing stores a fresh new look. These will include popular locations in Manchester, Liverpool, Kent, Dorset and Scotland. The chain's managing director of national real estate, Jonathan Neale, revealed why the company was expanding rapidly, in a statement released today. He said: "We strongly believe that everyone in Britain should have access to high quality food at our unbeatable Aldi prices. "But we know that there are still thousands of shoppers in the capital that don't yet have access to an Aldi nearby." The budget chain has tossed £55million at its capital city stores alone, with four of the new branches being in London. These include the Wimbledon, Fulham Broadway, Orpington and Caterham (Surrey) branches. Aldi also wants to open another 100 stores in London, which would mean 3,500 new jobs in the capital. Jonathan said: "There are still thousands of shoppers – especially in London - who don't yet have an Aldi nearby. "That's not fair, and we're working hard to change that.' So if there's not an Aldi near you now, chances are there will be soon and your weekly shop might just get a whole lot cheaper. 3 3
Zawya
6 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Egypt to cut customs clearance time to 2 days by 2025-end: Amawi
Egypt - Ahmed Amawi, the newly appointed Head of the Egyptian Customs Authority, has pledged to reduce customs clearance times to just two days by the end of 2025. His statement came during his first official field tour to Alexandria and Dekheila Ports, where he reviewed operations and spoke directly with customs officers. 'We are committed to achieving this target together,' Amawi said. 'Reducing clearance times will directly lower production costs and enhance Egypt's competitiveness.' The visit aligns with directives from Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk, who has called for ongoing oversight and reform of the customs system as part of a broader strategy to build trust with the business community and stimulate investment. Recent measures include a comprehensive package of customs facilitation reforms designed to streamline processes and reduce bureaucracy. Amawi emphasized that meeting the two-day clearance target will require accelerated implementation on the ground, full digitalization of customs procedures, and seamless integration of databases across all relevant authorities. He reaffirmed the Authority's role in fostering a more efficient, investor-friendly environment by enhancing service quality, simplifying procedures, and supporting trade flow. During his visit, Amawi inspected operations at several key sites, including the Tahya Misr terminal at Alexandria Port, the logistics services center at Dekheila Port, the joint inspection facility, and the hazardous goods storage area. He praised the noticeable progress being made at each location. He concluded by stating that Egypt's customs sector is entering a transformative phase, backed by clear execution plans and active field engagement. These reforms aim to support supply chain efficiency, attract new investment, and contribute to Egypt's long-term economic development.
