It could truly be the end of an era, because reports are suggesting that Ford is set to end production of the Fiesta after 46 years.
Around since the mid 1970s, the legendary hatchback car – which a recent survey found to be one of Britain’s most popular cars of all time – has been a favourite among new and experienced drivers alike, and has sold a whopping 4.8 million vehicles, making it a common sight on UK roads for over four decades.
The first ever Ford Fiesta was made in Dagenham in Essex in 1976, and at the time they sold for £1,856.
Nowadays, the vehicle is manufactured in Cologne in Germany, and there are eight different models to choose from – which range in price from £18,655 to £26,000, if bought brand-new.
But now, The Sun is reporting that Ford is set to stop production of the car within a year.
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Ford is reportedly set to end production of the Fiesta after 46 years / Credit: Wikimedia Commons
An insider at Ford said it was a “strategic decision to make way for a ‘new’ Ford”, with the paper adding that manufacturing costs and falling sales due to a rise in the popularity of smaller SUVs, like the Ford Puma, Nissan Qashqai, and more, were also contributing to the reason for production being axed.
The Sun also added there are no plans to replace the car with an electric model.
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Addressing the end of the Fiesta, a Ford spokesperson told The Sun: “We are accelerating our efforts to go all-in on electrification and therefore review our vehicle portfolio in line with our business strategy.
“We do not comment on speculation and will share more information in the coming months.”
It’s been one of Britain’s most popular cars for over four decades / Credit: Wikimedia Commons
The spokesperson also added that the company recognises that the Fiesta has been “a beloved icon and a faithful friend” for millions of drivers, but they conceded that drivers’ tastes are changing and that “people want high-riding crossovers.”
Aldi is looking for curious kids to become its first-ever ‘toy tester’
Emily Sergeant
Curious kids, this one’s for you… Aldi is currently looking for little ones to become its first-ever wooden toy tester.
With the sun showing its face more regularly now, and the temperatures heating up by the day, summer is very much on its way, and it won’t be long before the mini Mancs are getting to spend more time playing outdoors than in – which is why Aldi is now on the lookout for one lucky child to become its official Wooden Toy Tester.
The supermarket retailer is calling on children across the country – including here in Greater Manchester – to apply by explaining why they should be chosen and what make-believe dish they would cook up in their very own toy kitchen.
The successful winner will receive a selection of Aldi’s latest wooden toys for free to make sure they have everything they need to feel like they’re the head chef of their own garden.
Aldi is looking for curious kids to become its first-ever ‘toy tester’ / Credit: Aldi
All Aldi is asking in return is a short review of each of the toys, rating them on performance and fun factor to help guide the supermarket’s Buying Team on future product development.
In previous years, Aldi’s wooden toy launches have been so popular that the retailer has had to put a ‘two per shopper’ limit on purchases, so as you can imagine, this makes this adorable new job role even more in-demand.
“The nation’s love for our wooden toy range is undeniable, and our littlest shoppers are our most important critics,” commented Julie Ashfield, who is the Chief Commercial Officer at Aldi UK.
“We’re excited to appoint our first ever Wooden Toy Tester, to capture their experience and find out what makes the perfect playtime set-up, guaranteeing lots of giggles and fun.”
Fancy it then? For a chance to win the role of a lifetime, little hopefuls simply need to send a one-minute-long video to [email protected] with their name, age, location, what makes them the perfect fit for the role, and what dish they wood make in their wooden kitchen.
Applications close on 5 May, and Aldi’s Summer Wooden Toy range will be available in stores from 17 May.
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UK’s biggest property show is coming to Manchester and needs house hunters for new series
Emily Sergeant
Are you looking to move but finding the house hunting process a lot harder than you thought it would be?
Well, this could be the helping hand you need.
The UK’s biggest property show, Location, Location, Location – which has been a fixture in Channel 4’s schedule for more than 20 years at this point – is looking for house hunters from across Manchester for the new series.
First airing all the way back in 2000, if you’ve never seen Location, Location, Location, it’s fronted by presenters and property experts Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer who head all across the UK to help buyers in search for their dream home.
Despite being on our TV screens for 26 years at this point, Kirstie and Phil have never tired in their efforts to match the nation’s hopeful house hunters with their perfect home.
For its next series being filmed this May, Channel 4 are now looking for individuals, families, and couples from Greater Manchester who need Kirstie and Phil’s expertise to find their next home.
The UK’s biggest property show is coming to Manchester and needs house hunters for its new series / Credit: James Feaver (via Unsplash)
Whether you’re upsizing, downsizing, first timer buyers, or looking for a forever home, Channel 4 wants to hear from you.
“We are casting for the new series, and we are interested in hearing from chain free (or SSTC) house hunters who would be ready to buy in May this year,” a spokesperson for Channel 4 said as the casting call was announced.
“Applications are now open and we’re looking for individuals, families and couples who need Kirstie and Phil’s expertise to buy their dream home.”
Emily Sergeant -
25th October 2022 
