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Daily Record
a day ago
- Automotive
- Daily Record
Tesco and Waitrose launch new 'trial' that makes major change to trolleys
The leading supermarkets are trialling the transformation Two of the UK's biggest supermarket's have introduced a major change to their trolley systems. The trial aims at making the shopping experience "easier" for customers. Reports have suggested that Tesco and Waitrose are now trialling new American-style plastic shopping trolleys at select stores across the UK. These trolleys boast a lighter design and easier manoeuvrability, and they come without the rattling noises synonymous with the old metal versions. A Tesco pilot scheme at its Sheffield Infirmary Superstore is experimenting with hybrid trolleys that feature a metallic frame topped with a plastic basket. Over at the Waitrose spot in Brent Cross, all-plastic models are on trial, reports Birmingham Live. Hannah Lewis, managing director of trolley provider Formbar, is convinced both consumers and stores will take to them as they are "easier to push around", while also being "more cost-effective." "Trolleys are important, they are the first thing you see as you go into a supermarket. The plastic ones are more cost-effective to maintain, as well as being fully recyclable. "We'll be seeing them much more in the future which I think people will like as they are easier to push around than the steel ones, and they are quieter too with no metal rattling sounds." Reddit users have been deep in discussion about the Tesco trolley tests, with one user pointing out: "At least these won't rust when they end up in the local river, canal, duck pond, etc." Another person joked: "Nope they'll float merrily on by instead." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Reports from shoppers also suggest that the new trolley model might be smaller, causing another user to speculate: "Are they trying to make it less obvious how much less we can get for a £100. 'I filled a whole trolley.'" It comes just as Tesco enticed its customers by announcing it would be giving away Clubcard points for free as part of a huge summer day out deal. The UK's largest supermarket chain is giving loyalty members the chance to snag 1,000 points for free when they exchange at least £5 of Clubcard vouchers with one of Tesco's Days Out Reward Partners. The offer means that Clubcard members can accrue an extra £10 worth of points at no additional cost, simply by using their vouchers. Shama Wilson, Tesco's Group Membership and Loyalty Director, commented: "We know our customers are always looking for things to do across the summer, especially during school holidays, and so this is always a popular time for Clubcard members to exchange their vouchers for double their value with Reward Partners. "To make that even more rewarding, and to celebrate 30 years of Clubcard rewards, we are offering an amazing £10 of points back when you spend on days out. "It means you can exchange your vouchers and get great savings while getting £10 of points in return to go towards your weekly shop or even another great day out later in the year."
North Wales Chronicle
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- North Wales Chronicle
Watch a seagull swipe an Asda sandwich in viral video
Brea Walker had nipped into the Llandudno Junction store in Conwy County Borough, Wales, with her partner Grant Williams, 29, to grab a bag of crisps on Wednesday evening (July 2). But as they scoured the store for their snacks they were stopped in their tracks when they spotted a lone seagull marching to the meal deal section and nick a sandwich. Hilarious footage filmed by the 29-year-old shows the seagull making his selection, believed to be a chicken filling, from the bottom shelf before shamelessly waltzing off with his dinner. The tickled content creator followed the feathered thief outside and spotted him pecking at the packaging, sharing the incident on TikTok where it racked up more than 322,000 views. Brea, from Kilmarnock, Scotland, said: "There's a burger place just across the road. We had 15 minutes to wait until our takeaway was ready so we popped into Asda to get some crisps. "The two of us just pulled our phones out and recorded it at the same time. (Image: Kennedy News & Media) "He [the seagull] walked in and went straight for it. It was as if he knew exactly where he was going. "I've seen them do some ruthless stuff, which is why we kept our phones out. "I'm from near Glasgow so the seagulls where I live are not like this. They're absolutely menaces down here and are not scared of anything. They're so evolved from the normal bird and don't care. "It just waltzed in, took itself a sandwich and opened it up. I think a bit of a fight kicked off after that between him and 10 seagulls." Since Brea shared the clip online it has been viewed by more than 100,000 people and users were quick to share their own seagull encounters in the comments. Recommended reading: Topshop teases 'return' in cryptic posts as fans 'can't cope' amid rumours Tesco launches toy sale for the summer holidays with extra Clubcard savings Lidl joins Tesco and Sainsbury's in making huge change to self-service checkouts One user said: "Looks like it's a daily thing. He knows what he or she is doing." Another wrote: "He practised this. Knows what he likes…didn't even have to stand for five minutes deliberating between a cheese and ham, or a big brekkie." A third commented: "He forgot his drink and snack." A fourth said: "Mate you forgot the rest of your meal deal."
Rhyl Journal
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Watch a seagull swipe an Asda sandwich in viral video
Brea Walker had nipped into the Llandudno Junction store in Conwy County Borough, Wales, with her partner Grant Williams, 29, to grab a bag of crisps on Wednesday evening (July 2). But as they scoured the store for their snacks they were stopped in their tracks when they spotted a lone seagull marching to the meal deal section and nick a sandwich. Hilarious footage filmed by the 29-year-old shows the seagull making his selection, believed to be a chicken filling, from the bottom shelf before shamelessly waltzing off with his dinner. The tickled content creator followed the feathered thief outside and spotted him pecking at the packaging, sharing the incident on TikTok where it racked up more than 322,000 views. Brea, from Kilmarnock, Scotland, said: "There's a burger place just across the road. We had 15 minutes to wait until our takeaway was ready so we popped into Asda to get some crisps. "The two of us just pulled our phones out and recorded it at the same time. (Image: Kennedy News & Media) "He [the seagull] walked in and went straight for it. It was as if he knew exactly where he was going. "I've seen them do some ruthless stuff, which is why we kept our phones out. "I'm from near Glasgow so the seagulls where I live are not like this. They're absolutely menaces down here and are not scared of anything. They're so evolved from the normal bird and don't care. "It just waltzed in, took itself a sandwich and opened it up. I think a bit of a fight kicked off after that between him and 10 seagulls." Since Brea shared the clip online it has been viewed by more than 100,000 people and users were quick to share their own seagull encounters in the comments. Recommended reading: Topshop teases 'return' in cryptic posts as fans 'can't cope' amid rumours Tesco launches toy sale for the summer holidays with extra Clubcard savings Lidl joins Tesco and Sainsbury's in making huge change to self-service checkouts One user said: "Looks like it's a daily thing. He knows what he or she is doing." Another wrote: "He practised this. Knows what he likes…didn't even have to stand for five minutes deliberating between a cheese and ham, or a big brekkie." A third commented: "He forgot his drink and snack." A fourth said: "Mate you forgot the rest of your meal deal."
Leader Live
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Leader Live
Tesco shoppers slam awful new US-style trolleys amid trial
The new designs, which some customers have said 'look awful' aim to be lighter and easier to move around stores, with less noise too. It comes as Tesco has been trialling hybrid trolleys, which are made of a metal chassis with a black plastic basket, at its Sheffield Infirmary Superstore. The trolleys might look familiar to shoppers as the design is similar to those being used at big US chains such as Target, known for its famous bright red carts. Hannah Lewis, managing director of trolley supplier Formbar, told The Sun that shops and customers will prefer them. Hannah explained: 'Trolleys are important, they are the first thing you see as you go into a supermarket. 'The plastic ones are more cost-effective to maintain, as well as being fully recyclable. 'We'll be seeing them much more in the future which I think people will like as they are easier to push around than the steel ones, and they are quieter too with no metal rattling sounds.' However, after one customer posted a picture of the new plastic Tesco trolleys on Reddit, which they had seen during a recent visit, some aren't fans of the improved look. One commented: 'Like plastic baskets, these will end up grubby and stinking very quickly.' Another shared: 'They ain't gonna last a week.' While this person wrote: 'What a waste of money.' Someone else slammed: 'They look awful.' Recommended reading: Tesco launches toy sale for the summer holidays with extra Clubcard savings How to get £20 in Clubcard vouchers by using £5 worth of vouchers this month Tesco scraps '5-star' Clubcard offer leaving customers 'disappointed' But many shoppers were pleased with the latest trolley invention by the supermarket, as this member of the subreddit r/Tesco said: 'They look very modern.' A second chimed: 'I don't see what's wrong. Plastic baskets on shopping trolleys have been a think [thing] in the U.S. and many other countries for decades. They work just fine. Overall unit weight and price is reduced.' Following the "small-scale" trial, it's not known if the plastic trolleys will be rolled out widely across the UK, but it's understood that feedback is being taken from customers.
Leader Live
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Watch a seagull swipe an Asda sandwich in viral video
Brea Walker had nipped into the Llandudno Junction store in Conwy County Borough, Wales, with her partner Grant Williams, 29, to grab a bag of crisps on Wednesday evening (July 2). But as they scoured the store for their snacks they were stopped in their tracks when they spotted a lone seagull marching to the meal deal section and nick a sandwich. Hilarious footage filmed by the 29-year-old shows the seagull making his selection, believed to be a chicken filling, from the bottom shelf before shamelessly waltzing off with his dinner. The tickled content creator followed the feathered thief outside and spotted him pecking at the packaging, sharing the incident on TikTok where it racked up more than 322,000 views. Brea, from Kilmarnock, Scotland, said: "There's a burger place just across the road. We had 15 minutes to wait until our takeaway was ready so we popped into Asda to get some crisps. "The two of us just pulled our phones out and recorded it at the same time. (Image: Kennedy News & Media) "He [the seagull] walked in and went straight for it. It was as if he knew exactly where he was going. "I've seen them do some ruthless stuff, which is why we kept our phones out. "I'm from near Glasgow so the seagulls where I live are not like this. They're absolutely menaces down here and are not scared of anything. They're so evolved from the normal bird and don't care. "It just waltzed in, took itself a sandwich and opened it up. I think a bit of a fight kicked off after that between him and 10 seagulls." Since Brea shared the clip online it has been viewed by more than 100,000 people and users were quick to share their own seagull encounters in the comments. Recommended reading: Topshop teases 'return' in cryptic posts as fans 'can't cope' amid rumours Tesco launches toy sale for the summer holidays with extra Clubcard savings Lidl joins Tesco and Sainsbury's in making huge change to self-service checkouts One user said: "Looks like it's a daily thing. He knows what he or she is doing." Another wrote: "He practised this. Knows what he likes…didn't even have to stand for five minutes deliberating between a cheese and ham, or a big brekkie." A third commented: "He forgot his drink and snack." A fourth said: "Mate you forgot the rest of your meal deal."
