McDonald’s has been forced to address customers’ questions over dates on certain Monopoly stickers.
The fast food giant’s ever-popular Monopoly promotion started last month after being postponed due the COVID-19 pandemic, but some shoppers have been left confused by the dates written inside the stickers on food items.
Some of the stickers appear to have already “expired” dates printed on.
Customers whose eagle eyes have spotted the previously-passed dates have been taking social media over the past few days to flag up the issue and ask McDonald’s whether or not prizes can still be redeemed if they win.
One confused customer said on Twitter: “Loved that McDonalds monopoly was back… Mind you there’s no prizes coz all the stickers are out of date. One job lads. One job.”
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“I was excited to try out my monopoly game codes online from the meals I just purchased. None of them winners, but no surprise as ALL of the expiry dates have passed,” another disappointed shopper said on Twitter.
After countless questions directed at the restaurant chain on social media, McDonald’s has been forced to speak out and clear up the confusing situation once and for all.
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Taking to Twitter to explain what’s happened with the dates, McDonald’s UK said: “The dates might be wrong but your MONOPOLY Game Pieces are all still valid, don’t panic.
“The new dates are below.”
It also issued a friendly reminder to those posting pictures of their tickets, explaining: “And remember, when you post photos of your Games Pieces, others can claim your prizes – don’t let anybody steal your Apple Pie…”
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McDonald’s confirmed that the dates are wrong because the stickers were printed before the competition was re-scheduled, so fans should just ignore the dates.
Pieces which show a “play until” date of 4 May 2021 will still be valid until 5 October 2021.
The dates might be wrong but your MONOPOLY Game Pieces are all still valid, don’t panic! The new dates are below.
And remember, when you post photos of your Games Pieces, others can claim your prizes… don’t let anybody steal your Apple Pie…#McDonaldsVIPpic.twitter.com/a0kfaIuEoh
Collect to win non-food prizes: Old date 4 June 2021, new date 11 November 2021
Collect to win food prizes: Old date 18 May 2021, new date 19 October 2021
Instant win non-food prize or discount: Old date 4 June 2021, new date 5 November 2021
Instant win food or Just Eat vouchers: Old date 18 May 2021, new date 19 October 2021
Instant win discount voucher (excluding Just Eat): Old date 31 August 2021 or earlier, new date 31 January 2022
Online game: Old date 5 May 2021, new date 15 October 2021
Lucky players in McDonald’s Monopoly 2021 could win up to £100,000 in cash this year, as well as an Ibiza holiday, a hot tub, or even a £1,000 home entertainment voucher.
Speaking about this year’s promotion, a McDonald’s UK spokesperson said: “Packaging and Game Pieces printed prior to rescheduling couldn’t be securely reprinted in time, so new dates apply – consumers must see the website or ask in restaurants to find details of all rescheduled enter-from/until dates and claim or redeem prizes-by dates.”
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Data reveals Manchester hotel prices have ALREADY surged by 462% on rumoured Oasis tour dates
Emily Sergeant
Manchester hotel prices have apparently already surged by 462% on rumoured Oasis tour dates, some new data has revealed.
Of course, absolutely nothing is set in stone yet and we are still yet to receive any form of announcement.
But with rumours having been swirling for months now that Oasis will be touring again in 2027, and several videos shared on the band’s social media platforms this week also hinting at that, it’s been revealed that searches for ‘when are Oasis tickets going on sale?’ have soared by 5,000% in the last seven days alone.
After recent data has pointed towards soaring searches for tickets, the experts at SeatPick decided to analyse the average cost of accommodation in Manchester on the suspected concert nights in June 2027 to uncover if prices have surged along with the searches.
Data reveals that Manchester hotel prices have already surged by 462% on rumoured Oasis tour dates / Credit: The Manc Group | Simon Emmett (Press Picture)
And lo and behold, it appears that they have.
The ticketing platform has revealed that hotel prices have surged by up to 462% during Oasis’ rumoured concert nights in Manchester.
The rumoured weekend date of 19 and 20 June has experienced the most noticeable price surge – with a two-star hotel costing an average of £216 for just one overnight stay.
The data also reveals that the rumoured finale on the 27 June has just a £95 difference between two-star hotels (£200) and five-star hotels (£295).
“Our analysis uncovered an enormous markup for local accommodation on nights that Oasis is rumoured to perform in Manchester,” explained Gilad Zilberman, who is the CEO at ticket platform SeatPick.
“Being aware of these accommodation costs and additional expenses can help fans plan and avoid being caught off guard by inflated prices on concert nights.
“To find the best deals on hotels, concertgoers should scan budget chains in the city or look slightly outside of the centre in hotspots served by local bus routes or regional trains, such as Salford and Trafford.
“Booking early might also be beneficial for fans dedicated to seeing the band perform.
“You can opt for free cancellation options, in case rumoured dates change, or you’re no longer able to attend.”
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Aldi confirms ‘special’ 62-hour closure of all its 1,000+ stores across UK
Emily Sergeant
Aldi has announced that it’ll, once again, be closing the doors of all of its stores across the UK for 62 hours this year.
Christmas is always known to be one of the busiest periods of the year for the retail industry, and Boxing Day has a reputation for being the ultimate day for shopping deals and discounts in the UK – but this year, just like it has done on several years in the past, Aldi has made the decision to close all of its stores nationwide on this bank holiday.
The supermarket retailer says it wants to thank its colleagues ‘for all their hard work’ throughout the year by giving them some extra time to spend with their families.
This means that all Aldi stores will be closed on both 25 and 26 December.
That’s not all though, as stores will also be closed on New Year’s Day, and will reopen once again on Saturday 2 January 2027.
Aldi has announced a ‘special’ 62-hour closure of all its UK stores / Credit: Aldi UK
Opening hours at different Aldi stores across the UK will vary in the lead-up to Christmas, so it’s important to check the times for your local store, but the retailer has confirmed that most branches will be operating extended hours to ‘ensure customers can stock up ahead of the big day’
In the interim period between Christmas and New Year, stores will reopen as usual on Sunday 27 through to Wednesday 30 December, with reduced hours also likely on Sunday and New Year’s Eve.
Speaking on the decision to shut up shop for a full 62-hour period this festive season, Rachel Geary, who is the Communications Director at Aldi UK, said: “Christmas is a special time for our customers, but it is also one of the busiest periods of the year for our teams.
“Our colleagues work incredibly hard to ensure customers can pick up everything they need ahead of the big day.
“We never take that effort for granted. Closing our stores on Boxing Day is one way of saying thank you and giving colleagues a proper chance to rest, switch off and spend more time with the people closest to them.”
Emily Sergeant -
2nd September 2021 
