Asda, Aldi, Tesco, Sainsbury's and Lidl confirm post-lockdown rules on people shopping together; It is the latest rule update regarding shopping at a supermarket during the 'new-normal'.
Byline: By, Ian Johnson
Brits are enjoying the most freedom they have had for months after lockdown was eased.
And that has meant finally being able to return to the high street, with the nation's shops fully reopening.
But with rules seemingly changing by the week at the moment, shoppers can be left confused about what they can and can't do.
At the start of lockdown, many of the UK's biggest supermarkets took the decision to limit the number of shoppers in stores -a move which meant that couples and families were advised against shopping together where possible.
Now, as EssexLive reports, some of the rules have been updated.
Here are the latest rules for couples and families shopping together at some of the UK's biggest supermarket brands, according to Essex Live.
Asda
Asda is limiting the number of customers inside their stores to allow customers and staff to safely socially distance.
A slight spin on the one adult policy, Asda actually had a 'one adult per trolley rule' that works alongside the number of shoppers in store too.
However, this rule doesn't apply to children or anyone shopping with carers as they have no other option.
Tesco
Like most other stores, Tesco has been reducing the number of customers allowed inside their stores.
During the full lockdown earlier this year, this was helped by just one person from each household entering the building.
However, Tesco say that they understand it isn't always possible to shop alone if you need to bring your children or a carer.
Their rules remain unchanged at present -meaning you should still be shopping alone if possible.
This helps Tesco to keep the number of people in store down to a minimum and keep shoppers safe
Aldi
While Tesco and Sainbury's still have their one-adult guidelines, Aldi is slightly looser on its ruling.
A statement on the official Aldi website encouraged customers to reduce the number of shoppers from each family, but there isn't any actual rules in place.
A spokesperson said: "In order to help with social distancing, we are encouraging all customers to try and reduce the number of family members they bring with them into our stores.
"Of course, we ask that...
To continue reading
Request your trial