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Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
M&S to make huge change by launching first-of-its-kind store perfect for holiday goers and it opens in just HOURS
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) M&S is making a huge change by opening a first-of-its-kind store that is perfect for Brits jetting off on their summer holidays. The home of Percy Pig will open its first ever airside store at Heathrow Airport on Monday, July 21. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 A mock image shows how the new M&S store will be laid out It means jet setters will be able to stock up on iconic M&S food after going through security. From tomorrow, holiday goers will be able to pick up sandwiches and sweets from its new branch at Gate A, located within Terminal 5 of the busy airport. Later this week a second store will open at Gate B, which will sell gifts such as its popular biscuit tins as well as prepackaged food. Alex Freudmann, managing director at M&S Food said: "This launch builds on the success of our well-established landside airport stores across the UK and allows us to serve customers even closer to their departure gates. "Whether travellers are looking for breakfast, lunch or dinner, or a British gift to take home, we're aiming to bring some M&S magic to their journey through Heathrow.' The high street stalwart already has seven branches across popular UK airports, including Luton and Manchester. But this is the first time flyers can get their hands on its products after passing through security and waiting to board the plane. It is not the first time in recent months that M&S has spruced up its store estate. Last Autumn it opened its first ever standalone clothes store in London's Battersea Power Station. The new store features a curated selection of women's and men's clothing, focusing on premium lines and beauty products. Shoppers race to M&S as one of their best selling items which is a mum-essential viral are scanning for just 63 PENCE Earlier this year, the brand also said it would open six Foodhalls across London and revamp nearly a dozen sites after committing £90million to the investment. It builds on the previous £30million investment made last year, and the extra £50million investment in stores across the Northwest of England. The brand-new Foodhalls will open their doors in Covent Garden, Leytonstone, Clapham Common, Putney, New Malden and Fulham Broadway. They will be completed "over the next few years, pending planning permisison", according to M&S. What else is new at M&S Elsewhere, M&S said it would dish out treats to millions of customers as a thank you following its cyber attack. Over 1.8 million customers will receive birthday gifts this month, and those who missed out in May and June will also be rewarded. Eager customers will be able to choose between one of two of M&S' bestselling food products. These could include Percy Pigs or a Swiss Truffle Assortment Box, a Bouquet of Flowers or bottle of Prosecco, a punnet of Grapes or a packet of Outrageously Chocolatey Round Biscuits. Sparks birthday treats were among the casualties of the cyber attack for those who had a birthday over the spring and early summer. It comes after M&S is picking up the pieces from a vicious cyber attack which occurred in April and cost the firm £300million in lost profits. For weeks the beloved retailer was unable to process online orders and store shelves were left bare. Last week, three teenagers and a woman were arrested in the UK as part of an investigation into attacks, which also targeted Co-op and Harrods. They have since been released on bail.
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
M&S giving away 'thank you' treats to millions of shoppers after cyber attack
The supermarket was forced to shut down its online operations after it was targeted over the Easter weekend M&S has announced that its Sparks loyalty scheme is now fully back online following its crippling cyber attack. The supermarket was forced to shut down its online operations after it was targeted over the Easter weekend. The cyber attack affected contactless payments in stores, as well as click and collect orders. It was later confirmed that customer data, including names, email addresses, addresses and dates of birth - but not card or payment details - was stolen. In its latest update, M&S said customers will be able to use its Sparks app fully once again, including personalised discounts, birthday treats and coffee stamps. The M&S coffee scheme allows customers to get a free coffee when they collect six stamps a free coffee in their Sparks app. In addition, M&S will be giving out over 1.8 million birthday treats to those celebrating their birthday this month. There will also be belated birthday treats for customers who had celebrations in May or June. Customers will be able to choose between Percy Pigs or a Swiss Truffle Assortment Box, a bouquet of flowers or bottle of Prosecco, a punnet of grapes or a packet of Outrageously Chocolatey Round Biscuits. Shoppers will be advised to change their password if they've yet to log in to the Sparks app following the cyber attack. M&S has also launched a 'thank you' discount to staff. This weekend, M&S will is boosting its 20% colleague discount to 30% for four days for 63,000 colleagues. M&S will also extend the 10% discount to over 2,500 contractors from across its supply chain and partners. Sharry Cramond, Director of Loyalty, Fashion, Home & Beauty Marketing and Masterbrand, said: 'Over the last three months, our colleagues have demonstrated real commitment and teamwork. 'At the same time, our customers have shown us fantastic support and loyalty. These extra Sparks rewards are a small gesture to say thank you.' It comes after the boss of M&S issued a statement earlier this month, confirming the rest of its online operations will reopen by August. Speaking to shareholders at the retailer's annual general meeting, CEO Stuart Machin said: "I'm really hoping by August, the majority of this is behind us, and customers will see the full M&S." The cyber attack is expected to cost the company around £300million. M&S annual profits - before the attack emerged - jumped by more than a fifth to £875.5million, its highest in over 15 years, thanks to its turnaround programme. M&S has advised shoppers to take extra caution if they are contacted by someone who claims to be from the supermarket.
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
M&S dishes out treats to millions of customers as a ‘thank you' after cyber attack
If you missed your birthday reward you could get a free treat NOT JUST ANY FREEBIE NOT JUST ANY FREEBIE M&S dishes out treats to millions of customers as a 'thank you' after cyber attack M&S will dish out treats to millions of customers as a thank you following its cyber attack. Over 1.8 million customers will receive birthday gifts this month, and those who missed out in May and June will also be rewarded. Advertisement 1 M&S is giving back after the cyber attack impacted rewards for customers Credit: Getty Today, the home of the Percy Pig has announced its Sparks loyalty scheme is fully back online following the cruel attack. Eager customers will be able to choose between one of two of M&S' bestselling Food products. These could include Percy Pigs or a Swiss Truffle Assortment Box, a Bouquet of Flowers or bottle of Prosecco, a punnet of Grapes or a packet of Outrageously Chocolatey Round Biscuits. Sparks birthday treats were among the casualties of the cyber attack for those who had a birthday over the spring and early summer. Advertisement It comes after M&S told The Sun it was "looking to surprise Sparks customers with a range of rewards in the coming weeks". Sharry Cramond, director of Loyalty, Fashion, Home & Beauty Marketing and Masterbrand, said: 'Over the last three months, our colleagues have demonstrated real commitment and teamwork. At the same time, our customers have shown us fantastic support and loyalty. "These extra Sparks rewards are a small gesture to say thank you.' Alongside the return of the rewards M&S said its Coffee Stamp scheme will soon be reinstated across M&S Café's across the UK. Advertisement The brand said customers who have collected their six stamps a free coffee in their Sparks Hub to redeem during their next visit. Elsewhere, employees are also in for a boost.
