It’s been a long time coming, but McDonald’s has finally launched a loyalty rewards scheme for the first time ever in the UK.
Following what the restaurant chain deems to have been “a successful trial” at various branches right here in the North West earlier this year, the new loyalty scheme – which is called MyMcDonald’s Rewards – is now available to sign-up to nationwide via the McDonald’s App, and fast food fans can start earning and redeeming points straight away to get their hands on a whole host of menu items for free.
The new scheme sees every penny equate to one point, which means you can earn 100 points for every £1 you spend.
McDonald’s has now launched MyMcDonald’s Rewards in the UK / Credit: McDonald’s UK
Well, earning points couldn’t be easier, as customers who are opted-in to MyMcDonald’s Rewards, and order and pay through the McDonald’s App, will automatically earn points on their order, or alternatively, you can also get a one-time code – which is available in the ‘code’ section of the app at the start of your order at either a drive-thru, kiosk, or the counter – to earn points on your order.
Collecting 1,500 points means you can grab yourself menu items like a small fries, hash browns or a Side Salad for free, whereas racking up a total of 2,500 points means you can tuck into a Double Cheeseburger or Vegetable Deluxe.
4,000 points lets you pick from fan-favourites like six Chicken McNuggets, or even a Big Mac.
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If free food wasn’t enough of a reason for McDonald’s fans to sign-up to the rewards scheme, customers aren’t the only ones to benefit from collected points, as you are also given the choice to donate points to a handful of different UK charities – including Children in Need, FareShare, and Ronald McDonald House Charities.
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Points are converted to cash donations – with 1,500 points working out to £1.50, 4,000 being a donation of £4 to your chosen charity, and so on.
/ Credit: McDonald’s UK
Speaking on the launch of the new rewards scheme, Michelle Graham-Clare – chief marketing officer at McDonald’s UK and Ireland – said: “We’re incredibly excited to launch the MyMcDonald’s Rewards scheme in the UK.
“As well as rewarding our customers with our iconic menu items, we’re delighted to give customers the option of donating points to our brilliant charity partners, which we know will make an incredible difference to the lives of many thousands of young people and families across the country.
“We were delighted with the response from customers during our recent trial and I am so pleased we’re able to launch nationwide.”
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Ole Gunnar Solskjær says just three players have spoken to him since leaving Manchester United
Danny Jones
Club legend and ex-Manchester United player turned manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjær, has revealed that just three of his former players have been in touch since leaving Old Trafford.
Solskjær was sacked from the role as Man United head coach back in November 2021 after having been given the job permanently following an impressive winning run as interim manager.
The practically perfect start back at the helm of the club – where he starred as the ‘super sub’ during his playing days – was followed by a big slump, and the final decision was ultimately made in the wake of a 4-1 loss to Watford.
However, the ‘Baby-Faced Assassin’s’ popularity among the players and the fans alike was never in question, so it’s come as somewhat of a surprise to many fans that Solskjær has said only a specific trio of United players have got in touch with him since his dream job came to an end.
At least two of the names read out might not surprise fans, as not only was then-club captain Harry Maguire one of his first statement signings, but so was Bruno Fernandes, who now has the armband, and both have remained key players and leadership figures pretty much ever since.
Speaking to BBC Sport on the senior duo, Ole said, “For me, Harry has always been a leader and a fighter”, and never had any doubts about him deputising for him on the pitch, before going on to label both the centre-back and Bruno as “top human beings.”
As for the third, although Victor Lindelöf looks set to leave the club this summer, he’s actually been a long-serving squad member, having joined back in 2017 and been a seemingly popular figure around the dressing room, even if injury problems have sometimes hampered his minutes.
He also went on to discuss other matters regarding the club, including confessing that it’s “hard to watch” United amidst their present struggles, both under previous manager Erik ten Hag and now Ruben Amorim – even with a potential Europa League trophy consolation on the cards.
The retired striker also stated that he found the decision to let midfielder Scott McTominay go more than surprising, especially given the incredible performances he’s put on display since moving to Serie A.
Co-op Live has been named the number one arena in Europe following its debut year
Danny Jones
Despite a rocky opening month or so, Manchester’s Co-op Live made the ultimate instant recovery and has now been named the number one arena not just in the UK but all of Europe.
Manc music venues being best in class? Sounds about right.
Yes, even despite some obstacles, delays and early hiccups, Co-op Live‘s debut year as a live music and indoor entertainment venue has seen it beat out the likes of the long-established and iconic O2 in London to take the top spot.
The inaugural 12 months of the arena have not only seen it welcome all manner of music legends, as well as live sporting events such as the UFC and WWE, but the arena welcomed more visitors than any other venue across the continent during that time.
Names to have graced the industry-leading stage so far include Liam Gallagher, Stevie Nicks and Take That; Peter Kay, Elbow, Sabrina Carpenter, Paul McCartney, and so many more.
Commenting on the successful start, Tim Leiweke (CEO and chairman of the Oak View Groupbehind the venue) said: “Our ambition was to bring the world’s best music arena to one of the world’s greatest music cities and we are thrilled with the reaction from fans and artists alike over this past year.
“Co-op Live’s revolutionary acoustics investment has already attracted some of the world’s biggest artists and events to Manchester, with many more to come. And our sustainability commitment will ensure we remain responsible contributors to Manchester and the planet for years to come.
“We believe that amazing venues can transform cities for the better, and Co-op Live has done just that.”
It’s fair to say we’ve had some truly unforgettable nights in there already – and that’s just in the last month alone. Case and point:
With a continued commitment to achieving ‘Net Zero’ status too, the venue’s carbon reduction technologies, solar panels, heat pumps and rainwater harvesting, not to mention the recently refreshed CityLink walking in partnership with the Climate Pledge, are all things we can be proud of.
Bev Craig, Leader of Manchester City Council, went on to add: “We are delighted with the success of Co-op Live’s first year, and to see it taking the top spot off London.
“It shows Manchester is the home of live music in the UK, with Co-op Live bringing so many exclusives from artists like Bruce Springsteen to the city and Oasis playing massive hometown shows this summer – 2025 is going to be one of the biggest ever for our city’s music scene.”
Meanwhile, things are feeling less fortunate at the grassroots end of the spectrum, as the Music Venue Trust is imploring people to get behind a vulnerable Manc music institution.
Emily Sergeant -
25th July 2022 
