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00:00Hello and welcome to the best money tips and news stories of the week.

00:04I'm Alex Nelson, jobs and finance specialist. Let's dive in.

00:15First up, good news for Claire's fans. Investment group Medela Capital has swooped in to buy 156

00:21stores, saving around a thousand jobs. The deal means Claire's will stay on our high streets,

00:26still offering affordable jewellery and accessories, plus its famous ear piercings.

00:31But it's not all rosy. 145 stores aren't part of the deal, so another 1,000 jobs remain at risk.

00:38Next, a new fashion face could be heading our way. Inditex, the giant behind Zara,

00:43is preparing to launch its budget brand Lefties in the UK, setting up a potential showdown with

00:48Primark. Lefties offers trendy, wallet-friendly fashion for men, women and kids, already popular

00:54in 18 countries. Stores are expected to open in 2026, in prime spots like Oxford Street and

01:00Westfield. Watch this space, Primark might finally have some competition. And finally, if you're

01:07looking to boost your income before Christmas, Royal Mail is hiring 20,000 seasonal workers.

01:12No experience needed. There are sorting and delivery roles across the UK, with thousands

01:18of positions in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Shifts are flexible, and with

01:23extra parcel hubs opening, it's the busiest time of year for posties, and a great chance to earn some

01:28festive cash. That's all for this week's roundup. I'm Alex Nelson. See you next week with more money

01:34tips and news you can use.