As social distancing measures get tighter with the UK going into lockdown, people have been finding it difficult to get access to the groceries that they need.
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Teaming up with Deliveroo is M&S and BP to bring what you need straight to your door – this is what you need to know.
M&S on Deliveroo
For the first time, M&S will be available on Deliveroo, as well as BP.
Available to order are the likes of ready meals, milk, bread and even alcohol, as well as snacks like Doritos and chocolates.
In the description on the Deliveroo app, it states: “We’re bringing all your M&S and BP favourites, right to your front door.
“From champagne to coffee, tasty snacks and all your essentials. We’ve got everything you need, whenever you need it.”
The app noted that for some products, there is a capped limit of two items per order.
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How to order
Ordering your groceries will be the same as ordering any other food on the app – simply download Deliveroo and search for M&S.
Add items to your basket, being aware of any limitations, and when you’re ready, just hit the ‘checkout’ button.
Delivery for this service is free, but if your order is below £10, you will be charged a ‘small order’ fee.
Once you’ve paid for your items, they’ll be delivered to your home.
Deliveroo says: “All our deliveries are now contact-free – the rider will drop your order right outside your door.”
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Essentials by Deliveroo
The announcement of this partnership between Deliveroo, M&S and BP comes as Deliveroo also announces its new range called Essentials by Deliveroo.
Essentials by Deliveroo aims to provide people with the essentials – such as tinned goods, dried pasta, cereal and other household items that those who are isolated might need.
Essentials by Deliveroo went live in Cambridge today, Wednesday 24 March, and will roll out across Reading, Brighton, Nottingham, Manchester, Leeds and London over the following two weeks.
There has been no announcement if Essentials by Deliveroo will get rolled out elsewhere in the UK.
Founder and CEO of Deliveroo, Will Shu, said: “At Deliveroo, we want to do everything possible to help people get the food they want and need during this worrying period.
“We hope we can play a role in supporting people who have to isolate to get the food they need whether that’s household items or restaurant food.”