As retailers urge shoppers to be more prepared than ever, we explain all the places – including supermarkets and Royal Mail – that are already hiring Christmas staff… Tesco is the latest supermarket to confirm its Christmas job positions ( Image: Dumfries And Galloway Standard) Christmas may still be just …
Read More »Asda shoppers warned after scammers try to sell Christmas delivery slots
Asda shoppers have been warned after scammers offered Christmas delivery slots for sale on social media. In a post circulated on Twitter, someone claimed they had reserved 23 delivery time slots for Asda in Pentwyn, Cardiff. The post saw the person attempt to sell the slots for £15 each, reports …
Read More »Huge crowds of Christmas shoppers fill UK high streets despite coronavirus fears
High streets and markets were packed with Christmas shoppers as scientists urged Britons to rethink Christmas gatherings to curb the spread of coronavirus. Photos show shopping streets rammed in London, Leeds, Newcastle, Cardiff and Birmingham with shoppers urged to social distance and comply with face mask rules as they looked …
Read More »Christmas shoppers told to order by Saturday to avoid gift delay dismay
Christmas shoppers have been urged to order online gifts by Saturday December 12 to avoid “delay dismay”. Experts warn leaving it any later risks items ordered using standard delivery not arriving before Christmas Day. Royal Mail acknowledged delays due to “exceptionally high volumes”, with shop closures ramping up pressure. The …
Read More »Online stores bring forward last order dates before Christmas and warn of delays
Online stores are warning of potential delivery delays ahead of Christmas, with many bringing their final date for last orders forward. Those who haven’t started their Christmas shopping yet might be about to feel the pressure as retailers such as Topshop, Superdry and New Look are no longer offering express …
Read More »In Photos: London’s Fantastically Festive Shop Window Displays
Image: Selfridges In a year when going to actual, physical shops has been a rare treat for many of us, London’s department stores are pulling out all the stops to make their festive window displays extra special. If you’re out shopping in the West End this month, take the time …
Read More »How to have a brilliant Christmas for hundreds of pounds less – our 12 step guide
It’s been a long and challenging year and most of us are so fed up with the restrictions on our everyday lives we feel the urge to make Christmas a bigger deal than ever this year. But with just eight more shopping weekends to go, many of us will be …
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