Parcel lockers boost income for UK convenience stores

More than 100 convenience stores across the UK have partnered with LockerQuest to install YEEP! parcel lockers, creating a new income stream from previously unused space. Participating independent retailers include members of symbol groups such as Premier, Nisa, Spar, Londis, Best-one, Costcutter, Go Local, One Stop, Bargain Booze and Family …

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Scurri: 24% of shoppers want product delivery options to be served before they start the checkout process

There is a delivery information disconnect between retailers and shoppers with most brands failing to serve delivery information early enough in the customer journey, according to research from Scurri, the delivery management and post-purchase experience software provider. A quarter (24%) of shoppers want product delivery options to be served before they …

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Co-op to roll out Royal Mail lockers to 100 stores

The lockers will allow customers to drop off pre-labelled Royal Mail parcels and returns 24/7. Collection will also be available at the lockers soon. The lockers provide label printing, meaning customers simply need to pay for postage online and print the label by scanning a QR code at the locker, …

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Lake Victoria ruled out of Royal Ascot

Undefeated in five juvenile starts last season, including Group One wins in the Moyglare Stud Stakes, the Cheveley Park and at the Breeders’ Cup, Aidan O’Brien’s filly was beaten into sixth place in the 1000 Guineas at Newmarket on her return to action but bounced back to her best in …

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‘Meghan’s an influencer, Sophie has real influence’: Royal expert’s damning verdict on Harry’s wife ‘wasting her potential’ on jam and rosé – while Duchess of Edinburgh visits war zones and champions women’s rights

Meghan Markle is a self-proclaimed feminist and vowed to continue her work for women’s advocacy even when she stepped down from official royal duties with Prince Harry.  But since the launch of her Netflix series and lifestyle brand, As Ever, it’s another royal who was become synonymous with working tirelessly in …

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Lake Victoria ruled out of Royal Ascot

Undefeated in five juvenile starts last season, including Group One wins in the Moyglare Stud Stakes, the Cheveley Park and at the Breeders’ Cup, Aidan O’Brien’s filly was beaten into sixth place in the 1000 Guineas at Newmarket on her return to action but bounced back to her best in …

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Mail service scrutiny – DNG Online Limited

A PARLIAMENTARY session will this week discuss how proposed changes to the Universal Postal Service (USO) will impact rural, remote and island communities, such as this region. The evidence session is on Wednesday from 9:30 am and can be watched live on parliamentlive.tv It’s a one-off event and follows on …

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