Many retailers will be closed this Boxing Day, allowing staff to enjoy a well-deserved break, although online shopping remains available. Major brands like Aldi, Lidl, M&S, Home Bargains, and Poundland will be closed, while supermarkets such as Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s, and Morrisons will operate with reduced hours. Primark and Matalan plan to open on December 26, with John Lewis closing most stores except for Westfield Stratford City and Manchester Trafford Centre branches.
Before heading out, it’s advisable to check the opening hours of stores online to avoid disappointment. Research from VoucherCodes.co.uk reveals that Brits are projected to spend £3.81 billion on Boxing Day, a 2.2% increase from last year, marking the highest spending level since 2021. Sales are expected to reach £3.48 billion on Saturday 27th, up 4.9% from the previous year, before decreasing to £1.02 billion on New Year’s Eve.
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