The Supermarkets Never Sleep

Regular readers will know that the supermarkets are frequently the target of my ire. Careful readers will know that this is not without cause.

Today the duty manager in Tesco, Havant received my attention and gratifyingly crumbled when faced with the indefensible.

A large yellow ticket annotated 'Special Purchase', drew attention to Tetley Tea Bags (160s) at 77.6 per 100g. Above on the shelf, stood 240s at 70.4p per 100g. Thus, in no way can the smaller packet be construed as a special purchase. This is exactly the kind of practice which drew the attention of consumer groups and Trading Standards last year. It is exactly the kind of practice which must be eradicated. Supermarkets put a lot of effort into misleading us. If you don't like it, complain to the manager and, if you are not satisfied, contact Trading Standards.

Although these practices are not unique to one supermarket, note also that Tesco is also selling its diesel at an unecessary and greedy 132.9.