Richmond
Nub News Logo
Nub News

Opinion split as Tesco winds down its social distancing measures

By The Editor 13th Jul 2020

Opinion is divided on Tesco's easing of its social distancing measures.

Supermarkets across the country introduced safety measures to protect customers from Covid-19.

As the government eases restrictions, Tesco has scrapped its one-way systems and will now be letting more customers in stores, encouraging them to remain two metres apart.

The changes have split opinion, with Richmond residents expressing both their concerns and support for Tesco's decision.

Some have described their shopping experience as "a free for all" and said they no longer feel comfortable going to the supermarket.

But others have said it is the right time for restrictions to be eased, pointing out that it will make shopping quicker and it's up to individual customers to take responsibility and socially distance.

After complaints about the easing of safety measures, Tesco's customer services department issued this statement:

"From Wednesday, July 8 we're making changes to the social distancing guidelines in all our stores. We're removing the one way system in all our stores and replacing the arrow stickers with the two-metre keep your distance floor stickers.

"We'll also be allowing more customers in the shop at the one time, while adhering to the current government guidelines. We will only ever make in store changes based on the government guidelines.

"Throughout the pandemic, we have followed all relative guidance from the government and public health authorities and we will continue to do so. The latest guidance in England is to observe one metre-plus, where two metre social distancing is not possible. We will therefore continue to observe 2m social distancing to ensure our customers and colleagues are safe.

"These measures cover the whole of the UK. We will continue to ensure our social distancing measures follow the guidance of each of the devolved administrations."

Where do you stand on this?

Join the conversation on our our Facebook page

Or send us a tweet and tell us your view.

     

CHECK OUT OUR Jobs Section HERE!
richmond vacancies updated hourly!
Click here to see more: richmond jobs

     

Can we count on you? Local news is the heartbeat of Richmond
— it needs your support.

For less than the price of a cup of coffee each month,
you can help us keep telling the stories that matter to Richmond.
Support local journalism. Protect your community.

Thank you to those of you that have already contributed.
Monthly supporters will enjoy:
Ad-free experience

Share:


Sign-up for our FREE newsletter...

We want to provide richmond with more and more clickbait-free news.

     

...or become a Supporter.
Richmond. Your Town. Your News.

Local news is essential for our community — but it needs your support.
Your donation makes a real difference.
For monthly donators:
Ad-free experience