Not just an AGM, it’s an M&S AGM – retailer should at least give shareholders a cuppa

The M&S shareholder invite didn’t sound like a warm and welcoming invitation to an AGM.' Photograph: Realimage/Alamy

Does this sound like a warm and welcoming invitation to an annual general meeting of shareholders?

“Board members will not be available for interaction with shareholders in person.” Followed by: “Any shareholders travelling to the venue against the board’s recommendation will be advised to join the meeting electronically.” And finally: “Refreshments will not be provided.”