Tesco faces backlash over Sunday opening decision
Residents and campaigners say the move will damage community life and increase traffic
The supermarket giant has announced plans to open all of its large stores in England and Wales on Sundays from next year
The decision has been met with anger from some residents and campaigners, who say it will damage community life and increase traffic. They have launched a petition calling on Tesco to reconsider its decision.
Tesco has said that the move will create jobs and give customers more choice. However, critics argue that it will lead to a loss of family time and put small businesses at risk.
The GMB union has also expressed concern about the plans, saying that they will lead to an increase in anti-social behaviour and crime.
A Tesco spokesperson said: "We understand that some people may be concerned about our plans to open our stores on Sundays, but we believe that this is the right decision for our customers and our business."
"We have listened to our customers and they have told us that they want more choice and flexibility when it comes to shopping.
"We are confident that our plans will create jobs and boost the local economy."
What are the arguments for and against Tesco opening on Sundays?
Arguments for
- It will create jobs.
- It will give customers more choice.
- It will boost the local economy.
Arguments against
- It will damage community life.
- It will increase traffic.
- It will lead to a loss of family time.
- It will put small businesses at risk.
- It will lead to an increase in anti-social behaviour and crime.
What is the future of Sunday shopping in the UK?
It is difficult to say what the future of Sunday shopping in the UK will be. However, it is clear that there is a growing demand for more choice and flexibility when it comes to shopping.
It is likely that we will see more and more retailers opening their doors on Sundays in the future. However, it is important to ensure that this does not come at the expense of community life and the well-being of workers.
The government has said that it will review the Sunday trading laws in the UK. This review is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
