Busiest shopping day of the year expected

Retailers in London have been preparing for a busy shopping day, expecting it to be their busiest ever due to Christmas falling on a Tuesday and schools breaking up late. Shoppers are anticipated to spend £4-5 billion over the weekend, with peak shopping hours between 2:00 and 3:00 PM. Despite requests, the government did not relax Sunday trading rules, leading to a condensed shopping period. Retailers like Marks and Spencer and Waitrose are extending hours and working around the clock to meet demand, highlighting the challenges of managing increased shopper traffic in limited time.

What is the main reason retailers expect a busy shopping day at London Brent Cross Center?

• There is a special sale event.

• Christmas is on a Tuesday and schools just closed.

• A new store is opening.

• The weather is particularly nice.

How much are British shoppers expected to spend over the weekend?

• £2 to £3 billion

• £1 to £2 billion

• £4 to £5 billion

• £6 to £7 billion

What challenge do shoppers face according to the transcript?

• Finding parking spaces

• Dealing with long checkout lines

• Locating specific items

• Managing shopping within budget

Why did retailers like Marks and Spencer request a change in Sunday trading rules?

• To launch a new product line

• To reduce staff workload

• To extend shopping hours during Christmas

• To increase their profits

What adjustment did Marks and Spencer make to accommodate shoppers?

• Offering online discounts

• Introducing a loyalty program

• Opening more than 100 shops from midnight on Christmas Eve

• Providing free delivery services