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The Meadowhall shopping centre in Sheffield has launched a new parcel collection and drop off service in conjunction with CollectPlus.  The delivery and returns service operator has opened a dedicated Parcel Point at the shopping centre, which is the first time it has opened a site solely for parcels rather than using an existing convenience shop that offers PayPoint.

The service will enable Meadowhall shoppers and staff to collect or send  parcels at the CollectPlus service desk at the shopping centre, in addition to having the option of going to their nearest convenience store or Post Office. 

Mark Lewis, CEO of CollectPlus, said: "Offering the CollectPlus service in partnership with Meadowhall, is an excellent example of our focus on providing our customers with the most convenient ways possible to drop off and collect their parcels. For Meadowhall’s busy shoppers and retail staff this means an end to wasted Saturdays or lunchtime queuing at out of town Royal Mail depots to return parcels and, instead, a greater focus on choice and convenience – that importantly can fit better into their everyday lives.

"Continuing the expansion of our network of stores and establishing new partnerships demonstrate the strength of our business case. We know that our customers require flexible delivery and returns services and we are intent on helping retailers provide a solution that offers the greatest choice and convenience."

Darren Pearce, centre director at Meadowhall, added: "Meadowhall prides itself on being at the forefront of the latest developments and changes in the retail industry. We expect to see a number of shoppers and staff take advantage of the CollectPlus service, which will be the first of its kind in a shopping centre."

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