Saving the pennies in January
12 Jan 2023
This week's staff benefits update highlights the Rewarding Exceptional Performance Scheme, staff discounts, FoodinAdvance and free things to do in Manchester.
January is a tough month for most people at the best of times but with the cost of living and energy prices we are all watching the pennies more closely.
Free or cheap things to do in Manchester
Greater Manchester is a diverse area and with plenty of areas to explore with friends and family. Visit Manchester has created an update on ways to enjoy Manchester on a budget this month. This includes numerous walking and cycling routes across the region to enjoy, and they’ve rounded up the best country walks with great pubs in Greater Manchester. There are other sites who are also sharing information on cheap or free things to do in the area:
- Free things to do in Manchester via Creative Tourist
- Cheap Things To Do In Manchester For Families from Family on the Go
- 90 Fantastic Free Things To Do In Manchester from Secret Manchester
Staff discounts
If health and fitness is high on your goals for 2023, Vivup has lifestyle benefits to suit all, including Fitbit, Decathlon and many more. Vivup also has links to Coursera, Udemy and Future Learn is you are looking at options for developing yourself, your career or exploring new interests.
As well as the popular high street discounts you can save with leading supermarkets and stores with Vivup’s supermarket eVouchers. Current savings include:
- John Lewis / Tesco / ASDA / Iceland / FarmFoods 4%
- Sainsbury 5%
- Morrisons 6%
- Marks & Spencer 7%
Food in advance – save 10% on campus
A reminder to you all that you can save on campus with FoodInAdvance. FoodInAdvance allows you to use your ID card to pay at Food on Campus outlets saving you 10% on each purchase.
Rewarding exceptional performance
The Rewarding Exceptional Performance Scheme launched on Thursday 12th January. This is the time for line managers to consider the one off and sustained contributions of their team members and consider nominating them for an award. The scheme closes on the 28th February, so it’s really important to get nominating now!
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