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Leader Live
9 hours ago
- Business
- Leader Live
Aldi crowned cheapest supermarket in the UK by Which?
Which? Magazine analysed the cost of a basket of 79 branded and unbranded groceries across eight major UK chains. It comes as prices rose for the fourth consecutive month in May, new inflation figures revealed. Food prices are now 2.8% higher than a year ago, up from April's 2.6%. Which? revealed that Aldi has been crowned as the UK's cheapest supermarket for the 18th month in a row. Now, we've compared the price of staple items that we pick up weekly to see if Aldi did beat the rest. See below for our handy graphic from the items we tracked in all major supermarkets. From semi-skimmed milk to white bread and bananas - it's the items you automatically put in your basket or trolley every week. The average cost of the shopping basket at Aldi was £135.95 in April 2025, £48 cheaper than Waitrose, which was the most expensive at £184.19. Aldi's chief commercial officer, Julie Ashfield, said: "The Which? analysis once again reiterates our message that if shoppers want to save money on groceries, then Aldi is the only place to shop." Coming in second place was Lidl, with a Plus membership basket costing £136.64, and regular prices just a penny more. Asda ranked fourth at £150.06 with Tesco following closely behind with its Clubcard prices at £151.11. Without a Clubcard, Tesco's basket totalled £152.59, just two pence behind Sainsbury's Nectar prices at £152.57. Fresh food prices are rising particularly quickly, up to 2.4% higher than last May from April's 1.8%. Shop prices overall remained in deflation, at 0.1% cheaper than a year ago and unchanged from April, according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC)-NIQ Shop Price Index. Recommended reading: Morrisons to revamp UK stores to offer 'farm shop' produce Morrisons reveals major change for all More Card customers I tested Aldi's new 'wine of the summer' and so should you BRC chief executive Helen Dickinson said: 'While overall shop prices remain unchanged in May, food inflation rose for the fourth consecutive month. 'Fresh foods were the main driver, and red meat eaters may have noticed their steak got a little more expensive as wholesale beef prices increased. 'If statutory costs continue to rise for retailers, households will have to brace themselves for more difficult times ahead as prices rise faster.'
Glasgow Times
10 hours ago
- Glasgow Times
Why this motorway service station is the best in Scotland
Cairn Lodge on the M74, which connects the M8 with Southern Scotland, was named alongside other well-known service stations, including Tebay Services on the M6 in the Northwest of England. Introducing its ranking, consumer watchdog Which? said: "Four years after our last motorway services survey, your responses still paint a bleak picture of a network blighted by dated and inadequate service areas, many of which are filthy. "And while the motorway you're travelling on limits your options, our survey of thousands of members, rating nearly 90 service stations, revealed that stopping a few junctions earlier or later could make all the difference to what you'll find when you pull in." Cairn Lodge was named alongside other service stations in the UK, including Tebay on the M6 (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Why Cairn Lodge on the M74 is the 'best' motorway service station in Scotland Discussing Cairn Lodge, Scotland's "best" motorway service station, Which? praised it for its "high-quality" food and great accessibility. The watchdog said: "Scotland's best motorway service station is also a Westmorland Family offering, offering the same high-quality food and drink the franchise is famous for. "The menu is typically full of crowd pleasers, whether you're starting your road trip with a hot Scottish breakfast, or stopping off for a dinner of freshly cooked lasagne or battered fish and chips." Cairn Lodge was praised for its 'high-quality' food and great accessibility (Image: Getty Images) It added: "There's also a deli counter if you're in a rush – and it wouldn't be a Westmorland Family establishment without a farm shop selling speciality produce from more than 100 producers, local and from across Scotland. "With four stars for its shops, facilities and accessibility and convenience, Cairn Lodge will set you up well for the journey ahead. "It's also one of the few stations that scored three for its prices – the highest we saw in this survey."
The Herald Scotland
13 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Herald Scotland
Why this motorway service station is the best in Scotland
Introducing its ranking, consumer watchdog Which? said: "Four years after our last motorway services survey, your responses still paint a bleak picture of a network blighted by dated and inadequate service areas, many of which are filthy. "And while the motorway you're travelling on limits your options, our survey of thousands of members, rating nearly 90 service stations, revealed that stopping a few junctions earlier or later could make all the difference to what you'll find when you pull in." Cairn Lodge was named alongside other service stations in the UK, including Tebay on the M6 (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Why Cairn Lodge on the M74 is the 'best' motorway service station in Scotland Discussing Cairn Lodge, Scotland's "best" motorway service station, Which? praised it for its "high-quality" food and great accessibility. The watchdog said: "Scotland's best motorway service station is also a Westmorland Family offering, offering the same high-quality food and drink the franchise is famous for. "The menu is typically full of crowd pleasers, whether you're starting your road trip with a hot Scottish breakfast, or stopping off for a dinner of freshly cooked lasagne or battered fish and chips." Cairn Lodge was praised for its 'high-quality' food and great accessibility (Image: Getty Images) Recommended Reading It added: "There's also a deli counter if you're in a rush – and it wouldn't be a Westmorland Family establishment without a farm shop selling speciality produce from more than 100 producers, local and from across Scotland. "With four stars for its shops, facilities and accessibility and convenience, Cairn Lodge will set you up well for the journey ahead. "It's also one of the few stations that scored three for its prices – the highest we saw in this survey."
ITV News
a day ago
- Health
- ITV News
Wary of making a complaint against your vet ? Here's how to escalate concerns
animals Vet Pet owners feel the odds are "stacked against them" when raising concerns against vets, leaving many put off filing complaints, according to a leading consumer group. New research by Which? found that more than a third of owners did not raise concerns, because they did not want to fall out with their vet, while 16% did not know how to complain. It also showed that more than 50% of pet owners consider the price of vet care was excessive, despite just less than a quarter saying they have issues with the quality of care. How can pet owners escalate complaints? ITV News explains. Are pet owners protected under the law? According to Lisa Webb, a legal expert at Which?, pet owners are protected under the law. If a vet has acted negligently, pet owners can seek compensation or damages from the veterinary practice, Webb said. Under the Consumer Rights Act, vets have a duty to provide a 'service with reasonable care and skills', according to Which? They are also expected to be open and honest about fees under the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Code of Professional Conduct. What can you do if you are unhappy with the service provided? If you are unhappy with the service provided, Which? says you can either complain to the practice directly or request a remedy under the Consumer Rights Act. This could include redoing part or all of the service at no extra cost, or agreeing to a price reduction or refund. How can you complain to the practice? Which? advises that customers should first speak to the practice about their complaint. If this does not resolve the issue, customers can then ask the veterinary practice for its complaints procedure. Each practice will its own way of handling complaints. The practice must provide the complaints handling policy, their regulator and their insurer's details when asked, Which? says. What if the complaint still isn't resolved? You can escalate your complaint further by seeking help from the Veterinary Client Mediation Service (VCMS). Which? says they can help if you are seeking: An apology A refund Corrective or further treatment A payment of goodwill As this is a voluntary service, the vet must agree to the VCMS' involvement, according to Which? You can also complain to the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. They deal with the most serious complaints including very poor professional performance, criminal convictions and fraud or dishonesty, Which? says.
South Wales Guardian
2 days ago
- Business
- South Wales Guardian
Aldi crowned cheapest supermarket in the UK by Which?
Which? Magazine analysed the cost of a basket of 79 branded and unbranded groceries across eight major UK chains. It comes as prices rose for the fourth consecutive month in May, new inflation figures revealed. Food prices are now 2.8% higher than a year ago, up from April's 2.6%. Which? revealed that Aldi has been crowned as the UK's cheapest supermarket for the 18th month in a row. Now, we've compared the price of staple items that we pick up weekly to see if Aldi did beat the rest. See below for our handy graphic from the items we tracked in all major supermarkets. From semi-skimmed milk to white bread and bananas - it's the items you automatically put in your basket or trolley every week. The average cost of the shopping basket at Aldi was £135.95 in April 2025, £48 cheaper than Waitrose, which was the most expensive at £184.19. Aldi's chief commercial officer, Julie Ashfield, said: "The Which? analysis once again reiterates our message that if shoppers want to save money on groceries, then Aldi is the only place to shop." Coming in second place was Lidl, with a Plus membership basket costing £136.64, and regular prices just a penny more. Asda ranked fourth at £150.06 with Tesco following closely behind with its Clubcard prices at £151.11. Without a Clubcard, Tesco's basket totalled £152.59, just two pence behind Sainsbury's Nectar prices at £152.57. Fresh food prices are rising particularly quickly, up to 2.4% higher than last May from April's 1.8%. Shop prices overall remained in deflation, at 0.1% cheaper than a year ago and unchanged from April, according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC)-NIQ Shop Price Index. Recommended reading: Morrisons to revamp UK stores to offer 'farm shop' produce Morrisons reveals major change for all More Card customers I tested Aldi's new 'wine of the summer' and so should you BRC chief executive Helen Dickinson said: 'While overall shop prices remain unchanged in May, food inflation rose for the fourth consecutive month. 'Fresh foods were the main driver, and red meat eaters may have noticed their steak got a little more expensive as wholesale beef prices increased. 'If statutory costs continue to rise for retailers, households will have to brace themselves for more difficult times ahead as prices rise faster.'
