"John Smith" wrote in message
news:2018022810590560844-nospam@nospamcom...
Looks like Maplin's going down - any regrets? I've found it a bit pricey
in recent years but it's good for kids gifts, cheap batteries, and some
bits you need urgently.

https://www.theguardian.com/business...-business-live

they would survive if they cut down the number of assistants that ask if
they can help from five to one ....