Tesco uses dummy boxes for spirits to deter shoplifters
Tesco has replaced real bottles of Malibu and gin with empty display boxes in a bid to thwart thieves. Shoppers now face longer waits as staff fetch items from secure storage.
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Tesco uses fake boxes to deter alcohol thieves
Tesco has replaced real bottles of Malibu and Bombay Sapphire with empty cardboard boxes on shelves to combat shoplifting. Customers must now ask staff to retrieve items from secure storage.
Supermarkets Open New Year's Day: UK Opening Hours
Don't panic if you run out of food on January 1st. Many UK supermarkets are open on the bank holiday. Check our full list of opening times for Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda and more.
Supermarket opening hours for New Year's Day 2025
Find out which major UK supermarkets are open on New Year's Day 2025 and their reduced trading hours. Plan your last-minute shopping for the bank holiday.
Woman charged over Wolverhampton parcel and shop thefts
Emma Durrell, 40, faces charges after a parcel was taken from a West Park home and alleged shop thefts in Tettenhall and Oxley. She was due in court on December 29.
Tesco's free fruit for kids scheme returns for New Year
Tesco is relaunching its 'Less to pay for 5-a-day' campaign, offering free British apples to children at checkouts from Dec 30 to Jan 13. The initiative aims to give away over 3 million apples.
Two Seriously Injured in Tesco Car Park SUV Incident
Two women seriously injured after being hit by a blue MG ZS in a Tesco car park in Whitchurch. Police appeal for witnesses to the Saturday afternoon collision.
Shoplifters Sing 'Santa Baby' During Christmas Theft
A pair of brazen shoplifters were caught on CCTV singing 'Santa Baby' while stealing from a Worcestershire family shop. Owners Catherine and Patrick Badham were horrified by the festive theft.
Tesco recalls Christmas cupcakes over milk allergy risk
Tesco urgently recalls 'Free From' Christmas cupcakes due to undeclared milk. Customers with allergies warned not to eat. Return product for full refund.
Man takes armfuls of food from Greggs without paying
Shocking footage shows a man allegedly stealing sandwiches, drinks and boxes of food from a Greggs in Coventry. Police and the bakery chain have been asked for comment.
Tesco shoppers slam early Easter yoghurt launch before Christmas
Tesco faces shopper fury for selling Cadbury Mini Egg yoghurts before Christmas. Discover the £3 deal causing outrage and Iceland's last-minute chocolate price war.
Easter Eggs on Sale Before Christmas at Tesco and Poundland
Shoppers are stunned as Tesco and Poundland stock Easter products just days before Christmas Day 2025. Discover the public reaction and why supermarkets are selling festive goods four months early.
Two charged in Birmingham retail crime operation
Two men have been charged following a targeted police operation against shoplifting in Birmingham. Craig Ford, 50, and Liam Holder, 38, were arrested in Kingstanding and Tyburn.
Supermarket car park warning after £260 parent-child space fine
Shoppers at Tesco, Sainsbury's and Morrisons risk fines for misusing parent and child parking bays. A study reveals 25% misuse, with one mother fined £260. Know the rules to avoid penalties.
Tesco Recalls Christmas Cupcakes Over Milk Allergy Risk
Tesco urgently recalls Free From Christmas Chocolate Cupcakes due to undeclared milk. Shoppers with allergies must return product for a full refund. Full details and FSA notice inside.
Warning Over 'Dangerous' Facial Recognition at Sainsbury's
Sainsbury's and other UK chains deploy Facewatch tech, raising privacy alarms. Campaigners warn of biometric data risks and false accusations. Read the full story.
Christmas petrol station chaos as supermarkets change hours
Major supermarkets and petrol stations, including Tesco, Asda, and Shell, announce revised Christmas opening times. Drivers urged to check local hours to avoid festive disruption.
Christmas Fuel Warning for UK Supermarket Drivers
UK drivers are urged to fill up fuel tanks before Christmas Day as major forecourts announce closures. Get essential winter travel tips and dash cam advice for safer festive journeys.
Christmas essentials slashed to 20p at The Range
The Range has slashed prices on wrapping paper and gift bags to just 20p, while Tesco offers major discounts on mince pies and Baileys for last-minute shoppers.
Tesco's 6 major last-minute Christmas deals revealed
Tesco unveils six major festive discounts for Clubcard holders, including half-price mince pies and big savings on Baileys, Quality Street, and roast potatoes. Check your local store hours.
UK shoplifting epidemic: 800+ unsolved cases daily
New data reveals a shoplifting epidemic with over 800 offences going unsolved daily in the UK. Staff face rising abuse as political parties clash over solutions. Read the full analysis.
UK Supermarkets Face Backlash Over Facial Recognition Use
Major UK retailers including Sainsbury's and B&M face criticism for using Facewatch, a facial recognition system branded 'dangerous' by privacy campaigners. Read the full story.
Aldi's £9.31 Christmas dinner beats Tesco's price
Aldi claims the UK's cheapest Christmas dinner title, feeding six for just £9.31. Shoppers praise the deal but demand affordable veg all year. Read the full story on the supermarket price war.
Police Appeal After Trolley Thefts in Black Country
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after two full shopping trolleys were stolen from a shop in Coseley. Officers want to speak to a man and woman captured on CCTV.
Supermarkets security tag festive food amid theft spike
Tesco and Sainsbury's are placing security tags on pigs in blankets and carrots as shoplifting soars ahead of Christmas. New data reveals a 13% national rise in offences.
UK Cheese Alert: Cathedral City Outscored by Rivals
A Which? blind taste test reveals supermarket own-brand cheddars from Tesco and M&S beat Cathedral City. See the full ranking and save money on your Christmas shop.
Exact times for supermarket yellow sticker deals at Christmas
Discover the exact times to visit Tesco, Aldi, M&S and more for the best yellow sticker bargains this Christmas and New Year. Save money on your festive shop with these insider tips.
Taste test: Cathedral City beaten by supermarket cheddars
A blind taste test by Which? has revealed the best cheddar cheeses for Christmas. Find out which supermarket own-brand beat the famous Cathedral City.
Lidl Christmas dinner for eight under £11 in price war
Lidl slashes turkey prices, offering a full festive meal for eight people for just £10.30. See the full list of deals as supermarkets battle for the cheapest Christmas.
Rossendale Rotary's Christmas Community Drive
Rossendale Rotary spreads festive cheer with Santa's sleigh, collections at Tesco Haslingden, and a carol concert. Discover how they support local causes and how you can get involved.
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