Morrisons is celebrating 125 years since founder William Morrison first started the business, with a month-long campaign that includes a new TV ad, £1 million being distributed to 125 charities and loyalty rewards for customers. Morrisons first opened in 1899 as a market stall selling butter and eggs in Rawson Market. Rami Baitiéh, Morrisons CEO, said: “For 125 years, since William Morrisons founded our company, customers have been enjoying our great quality British food.
A lot has evolved during that time and we have gone from a single market stall to having our famous Market Street counters with skilled colleagues such as our butchers, fishmongers, and bakers in our stores nationwide. One thing that has remained constant throughout is our commitment to offering great tasting affordable food for everyone. We look forward to celebrating this milestone moment, and the legacy of William Morrisons and Sir Ken, with our customers over the coming weeks.
” Morrisons Foundation has launched a new million-pound charitable fund that will enhance community spaces across the UK by distributing grants between 125 charities chosen by colleagues. Improvements will be carried out at any place or space used by members of the community like a village hall, school library, scout hut or community garden. Community Champions, who already work closely within their local area, will nominate their chosen local charity to receive the grants, before a panel of Morrisons colleagues vote to selec.
