Call us predictable, call us pathetic; but Monday June 15th 2020 is obnoxiously marked in our diaries with pink glittery gel pen. Why? Because SHOPS ARE FINALLY OPENING AGAIN.
And, let's be honest; by 'shops' we specifically mean Primark.
Yep - as a slight glimmer of normality returns amid the coronavirus pandemic, we're already waking up in a cold sweat over the excitement and anticipation of standing in that oh-so-familiar queue. And that's something we never thought we'd say.
So what's the situation with, y'know, a sale to get the economy growing again? Will Primark be slashing prices across their stores?
Er, not so much.
Speaking to Reuters, Primark's finance chief John Bason explained: "What we will do, because we've got the financial wherewithal, we'll carry it through to next year.
"We are not doing a fire sale. Customers can look forward to our normal prices offering everyday value."
The store's owner, Associated British Foods, announced the news of branches reopening recently. Confirming safety measures will be in place, they said: "As European governments have begun to ease restrictions on clothing retailing we have been able to reopen stores."
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The best cocktail making kits 2021
1 of 6Beautify Copper Cocktail Making Set
This cocktail making set is anything but basic. Every detail is exceptional from the fabulous copper design down to the gift box. You'll be creating a perfect pornstar martini in no time with the muddler, double-ended bar spoon, Hawthorne strainer, julep strainer, two pourers and double-ended 25ml/50ml measuring jigger. Oh and not forgetting the recipe guide.
2 of 6Godmorn Cocktail Set
Shaken not stirred? Well, James B hun you obviously haven't seen this set, because it's about to stir everything right up. This 15 piece kit would be the definition of cocktail heaven (if it existed) and can help you create any drink that tickles your fancy.
3 of 6Original Gin Making Kit
Love a pink gin on a night out? We're talking to you babe... You'll be OBSESSED with this one-of-a-kind gin making kit which comes with two empty glass bottles with natural wooden cork stoppers, high quality stainless steel funnel and filters and 12 exotic botanicals. Alcohol is not included.
4 of 6Espresso Martini Cocktail Kit
Espresso martini, anyone? It can be two-for-one all day every day with this fab at home bar essential. Each kit contains:• Two 100ml bottles Tovaritch Vodka• 60ml Coffee Liqueur• 30ml Hazelnut liqueur• 30ml Lazzaroni Amaretto
5 of 6Baban Cocktail Shaker Set
This cocktail making kit is truly iconic! It has 22 pieces (too many to list) and can help you shake up a mojito in no time. Pssst, it makes a fab gift, especially as Father's Day is coming up!
6 of 6Cocktail Shakers Set
Want to show off your cocktail skills? This is the shaker set to do it with! Not only does it have all the equipment you need to make a delicious drink, but it also comes with an eBook to tell you how to do all the fancy recipes.
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They continued: "Safety has been our highest priority in our detailed preparations to welcome our customers and employees back to stores. We are following government safety advice in all markets.
"Importantly, we will apply the valuable experience gained from more than 100 stores which are already open as we open the remainder of our estate, including stores across the UK.
"Social distancing protocols, hand sanitiser stations, perspex screens at tills and additional cleaning of high frequency touch points in the store are among the measures we are implementing."
Yes, we're consumers. No, we're not sorry about it. GET US IN THAT QUEUE.