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Purple Place - your September benefits update

02 Sep 2025

Purple Place is your exclusive platform for colleague Reward, Benefits and Recognition.

Purple Place update

Discover your Discounts

Throughout September we are taking time to put a spotlight on the range of discounts and offers available to University colleagues. Check out UniDiscounts for an array of locally negotiated offers in and around campus.

Meanwhile the Discounts & Savings section of Purple Place hosts an extensive selection of categories to explore, enabling you to make substantial savings on everything from the supermarket shop to your next holiday! With discounts from hundreds of retailers, there’s something to benefit everyone.

Discount & Savings highlights

This month's top offers through Purple Place include:

  • Save 6% online and in-store at Argos
  • Save 7% online and in-store at M&S
  • Save 10% online and in-store at H&M

Enhanced offers are limited time only, check back weekly to see the latest deals.

Salary schemes 

Make payments direct from your salary:

  • Cycle to Work – Access a brand-new bike and accessories whilst saving on tax and NI. This greener commute will benefit you and the planet!
  • EV Scheme – Get behind the wheel of a brand-new or pre-loved fully electric vehicle with our car benefit provider Tusker.
  • SmartTech – Washing machine gone bust? Fancy a new mobile phone? Apply for a Currys voucher today and spread the cost, interest free!

Please note these schemes are subject to affordability. Please check the eligibility criteria before applying.

UniDiscounts feature

  • Bundobust - It’s the start of the academic year, why not catch up with colleagues over some delicious casual dining. Employees can save 20% on both food & drink at any time, every day! Simply show your staff card when ordering.

Ecards

Has anyone made your life easier or is simply a joy to work with? Take some time out to recognise a colleague with a selection of ecards. It only takes a moment to say thank-you and put a smile on someone’s face.

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