Retailer Asda is pushing forward with its sustainability credentials - having added over 50 new refill lines to its flagship sustainability store in Middleton, Leeds.
This means you can now get top brands like Coca-Cola, Yorkshire Tea, Napolina, Tilda, Mars pet food and Kellogg’s on refill for the first time ever.
The move from Asda is actually huge given that this is the first time that such leading brands have engaged with such a trial.
ASDA in Middleton, Leeds is the first store of its kind to stock these key brands in its refill section / Image: groceryinsight
As well as being great for the sustainably-minded shoppers of Leeds, it will also hopefully shape the tone for how supermarkets can look to reduce plastic waste and unnecessary product packaging going forward.
Going forward, you'll be able to pick up pre-filled one-litre glass bottles of Coca-Cola Original Taste and Zero Sugar, as well as popular Mars pet food brands like Whiskas, Chappie and Pedigree.
“We have always said that working in partnership with other like-minded businesses will be vital if we are to persuade people to shop more sustainably," said Susan Thomas, Asda's commercial sustainability director.
The store's refill zone now boasts a total of 76 different products / Image: ASDA
“We are very pleased to secure the backing of some of the UK’s most recognisable consumer brands, which means we can offer customers even more of their favourite products in refillable format.”
The new store in Middleton is the first of its kind from Asda and is focused on helping to reduce waste.
The refill zone now boasts a total of 76 different products and puts a real focus on sustainability alongside waste reduction, in particular in its clothing section.
As well as a large refill and reuse section, the store also features a recycling hub, clothing section, a hot food area with option to takeaway, plus non-food, packaged foods, produce and a floral section.
To date, it's understood that since its initial launch in October the refill zone has led to larger sales - with many people option to buy more in the refillable section than they would in traditional packaging.
Given that Leeds has a large number of sustainable and zero waste stores, we hope this is just the beginning.
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Jacob Elordi says the sexiest thing about Yorkshire is ‘rocks and sheep’
As women around the world swoon over Jacob Elordi, he's too busy loving rocks and sheep.
In case you haven't been on social media over the past week and managed to avoid the influx of paparazzi images, the hotly anticipated 'Wuthering Heights' adaptation is out soon and with that comes heaps of red carpets, screenings and glamorous premieres.
Famously set against the brooding hills of Yorkshire, Wuthering Heights by our very own Emily Brontë follows the tumultuous love story of Heathcliff and Cathy.
Played in the upcoming film by Australian heartthrobs Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie.
During the recent London premiere where Elordi was seen wearing a rather dashing green three piece, the stars were asked what they thought the 'sexiest' thing about Yorkshire is by HitsRadioUK.
A valid question to which Jacob replies "rocks and sheep". I mean, he's got a fair point.
Margot Robbie went into a little more detail, she said "Sunrise and sunset in Yorkshire is a pretty dramatic experience. The sky is literally like red and orange. I honestly couldn't believe it when I was out there. The landscape is stunning."
Why thank you Margot, we absolutely agree. She continues to shower us with compliments stating that the "People are lovely. Pubs are great. I love it"
It seems like Margot has got Yorkshire pretty bang on there, and if she ever needs any pub recommendations then we'll absolutely help her out.
Jacob on the other hand, we know rocks and sheep are sexy but...have you ever met us?
Hopefully he fell in love with our county enough to come back, as we wouldn't mind bumping into him on a hike up the Yorkshire moors.
Popular Leeds gaming bar announces immediate shock closure after going into liquidation
Clementine Hall
Point Blank in Leeds city centre have suddenly closed after going into liquidation.
The popular gaming bar hasn't been open all that long, and was marketed as the country's first simulated shooting range bar.
Despite being a popular attraction since opening last year, the bar has closed immediately, unable to honour any future bookings.
Point Blank confirmed late this Tuesday 3 February that it had sadly entered liquidation, describing the move as “completely unforeseen and beyond our control.”
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Up until just a few days ago, the Point Blank branch in Leeds had been promoting events including happy hours, shooting experiences, and even a Superbowl event scheduled for next Sunday 8 February.
A statement on their website reads: "It is with a heavy heart that we announce that Point Blank Shooting has entered liquidation.
"This situation was completely unforeseen and beyond our control. Due to our Manchester landlord entering administration, our lease was lost as part of that process. This had a serious knock-on effect across the wider business, leaving us with no other option.
"After seven incredible years of trading, this is a devastating moment for everyone involved at Point Blank.
"If you currently have a booking with us, we are working closely with the relevant parties to gain clarity and provide answers. We kindly ask for your patience while this process is ongoing.
"Thank you to everyone who has supported us over the years — hopefully this is a see you later, not a goodbye."
Georgina Pellant -
27th July 2021 
