Primark website crashes on first day of click and collect trial November 14, 2022 Primark’s first foray into online shopping hit a hurdle on Monday morning as the high street name’s website crashed. The budget apparel seller has launched a trial in 25 stores in north-west England and north Wales, for children’s clothes to begin with. “We’re working hard to address this to ensure that everyone can access and [...]
Workers at Jaffa Cake bars factory threaten ‘permanent strike’ over pay November 14, 2022 MORE than 750 workers at the Jaffa Cake bars factory have threatened to stage a permanent walkout over pay until bosses agree to get back to the negotiation table. Staff at the Aintree plant – who also make Jacobs Cream Crackers and Twiglets – have been taking limited industrial action since September over cost of [...]
Klarna amps up super-app aims with price comparison tool November 14, 2022 Klarna is looking to become an “assistant for each and every step of your shopping journey”, one of the fintech firm’s top bosses told CityA.M. today, as it ramps up efforts to become a ‘superapp’ with a new price comparison tool. The Swedish buy-now-pay-later firm has launched the search and compare tool in its Klarna [...]
Nightcap boss: ‘No place for mediocrity’ in economic tumult as cocktail brand’s sales surge November 13, 2022 Cocktail bar operator Nightcap is slowing down its expansion programme while its CEO told CityA.M. the sector faces “uncharted territory” this winter. While the London-listed business would not halt openings entirely, it would “be more cautious” with new sites, CEO Sarah Willingham said. In its annual report last week, the owner of The Adventure Bar [...]
Retailers balance ‘sadvertising’ and festive joy in this year’s Christmas adverts November 13, 2022 Retailers have faced pressure this year to put out adverts that not only have a feel good factor, but also do good. Against the backdrop of a gloomy winter, where many families will be forced to cut back on Christmas celebrations and gifts in order to keep the fridge stocked and heating on, getting the [...]
Keep your loved ones warm with luxurious wardrobe essentials November 11, 2022 When it comes to Christmas gifts, clothing is always a great idea. This year, opt for quality pieces, with L’Estrange London’s plush yet versatile items that can make for a thoughtful present. You can shop for timeless wardrobe essentials: smart-casual suits comprising a merino wool blazer and trousers, merino wool bombers or the signature ‘merino [...]
Help your friends capture their happiest moments on camera November 11, 2022 Those passionate about visual storytelling — or simply looking for a good camera — will appreciate a photo or video kit gift for Christmas. MPB is an online platform that allows you to buy, sell and trade in photography and videography equipment, while making kit more accessible to everyone. The company recirculates more than 350,000 [...]
Attend a festive light show together November 11, 2022 If a spectacular light display is what you’re after, grab your friends and head to London’s Crystal Palace Park for Lightopia: the breathtaking festival includes an array of light installations and festivities meant to enchant children and adults alike. Picture a dragon that illuminates the surrounding trees; a 40-metre-wide, 15-metre-tall water show that features beloved [...]
Book a cricket experience for you and your friends November 11, 2022 After nearly two Christmases in hiding, Sixes is looking to smash this year’s party season out of the grounds. Test your batting skills against its best-in-class technology (with scores recorded on a leaderboard), enjoy buzzing DJ sets and go all out with the Golden Balls feasting package, complete with pigs in blankets and a cranberry-flavoured [...]
Give a coffee fan the best beans November 11, 2022 The coffee addict in your group deserves a rich blend this Christmas, and Artisan Coffee Co’s range could be the answer. The company uses premium, flavourful specialty grade beans, treated with care and attention, and roasted to perfection. Led by Ashley Palmer-Watts, former chef director of The Fat Duck Group, the Artisan team has created [...]