Martina Mercer

Martina Mercer is a FMCG PR Specialist journalist and marketer. She combines her psychology and business expertise to deliver public relations and advice on the consumer journey to many big named brands. Her real passion is writing and you'll find her articles and books all over the web along with a few awards she's won, such as The Working Mum of the Year 2014. She always loves to connect and is always open to new opportunities so don't hesitate to get in touch through LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or email. Martina is also the editor of Sunday Woman Magazine the luxury lifestyle mag for over 30 women with a brain :)

The Consumer Rights Act 2015

On the 1st October 2015 the Consumer Rights Act 2015 comes into force. This consolidates and repeals a number of Acts. From October 1st you will need to quote the Consumer Rights Act 2015 instead of the Sale of Goods Act. Here are some things you should know: Purchases made from the 1st October 2015 are covered by the new …

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Back to School Survival Guide: 5 Buys to get you Through the Academic Year

With the start of the new academic year on the horizon, many parents may be feeling a little ruffled at the prospect of the return to the school run after the extended summer break.  To avoid feeling frazzled, and to make life a little easier during term time, here is a back to school survival guide featuring top five buys …

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Are Homes with Water Meters Pouring Money Down the Drain?

The average UK household with a water meter is at risk of pouring money down the drain, according to research carried out by e-retailer AppliancesDirect.co.uk. As the Government looks to roll out the scheme across the country and almost half of UK households now have water meters, every drop of water counts as it’s added to the bill. The survey has …

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Gourmet Gadgetry Popcorn Maker

When we first opened this gourmet gadgetry popcorn maker we thought it couldn’t possibly feed  family of five. All of us are addicted to snacks and popcorn is one of our favourites. We had the movie ready and the popcorn maker in the middle of the coffee table with the bowl underneath. We also had our flavourings from butter to …

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Top Tips for Boosting your Broadband

It is without doubt one of life’s most frequent annoyances, whether it happens while gaming online or browsing the web, when a webpage doesn’t load or the buffering symbol interrupts a film. A poor Wi-Fi connection has affected us all and as more and more Wi-Fi routers appear, it is gradually getting worse. The strength of a Wi-Fi connection can …

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Paddywax Library Diffuser

Now the Oscar Wilde Paddywax diffuser one has a fragrance unlike any other, like a beautiful man’s aftershave it delights entices and relaxes. The office smells absolutely delightful while the diffuser looks incredibly elegant. Martina, our editor, adores any products that relate to libraries, books or maps (she was a geek in a former life) and this ticks every box. …

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Generous Brits are Spending More on Gifts

Britain is becoming an increasingly generous nation, according to new research which shows consumers are anticipating a 7% increase in gifting spend. In 2014, the average Briton spent £370.67 on gifting occasions but, according to the One4all Gift Card Gifting Index, the average UK adult is now predicting a spend £397.37 typically on presents outside of birthdays and Christmas. The …

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The Gro Company Grows Up

If you’ve had a baby in the last 7 years you probably already own a Gro Company product. Their high quality sleeping bags for babies provide the ultimate safe, cosy and soft sleeping environment for little ones. They eliminate nuisances such as covers falling off and for panicky parents, like me, they put minds at rest knowing the cover can’t …

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NHS Picks up £22 Million Dental Care Bill Thanks to Clueless Parents

New research by My Dentist, the UK’s largest dental group, has today revealed how a lack of understanding amongst parents on the importance of early dental care is leaving the NHS with an estimated £22m annual bill. The survey of over 2,000 UK-based parents highlights how dental disengagement has left over 1 million children aged eight and under still waiting …

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The Great Migration: Why More People will be Flocking to the Beautiful North

London has been the UK’s darling destination for a long time, but maybe it’s time that the rest of the UK wrestled some of the spotlight away from the English capital. Leading cardboard box manufacturer and supplier, Boxes2Move.co.uk, are encouraging people to show support for the Beautiful North in their new campaign ‘The Great Migration’, as they predict that the …

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