Aldi, one of the UK's major supermarkets, has introduced a new checkout-free store where shoppers must pay a £10 deposit before entering. The fee, which may face criticism from some customers, is being tested as part of a pilot scheme.
The charge has been implemented at Aldi's checkout-free 'Shop & Go' store in Greenwich, East London. Customers pay a £10 deposit upon entry, which is then deducted from their final bill. However, those who spend less than £10 or leave without making a purchase may have to wait several days for a refund.
