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Tesco Lifts Bag for Life Price to 40p Nationwide

The retailer says the move aims to cut plastic use through reuse, with free replacements for worn bags.

Overview

  • The 10p rise takes effect today across Tesco stores, bringing the cheapest reusable bag to 40p.
  • Tesco says the bags are made from 100% recycled plastic and can be swapped at customer service when worn out.
  • Customer responses online range from anger over the higher charge to reminders to bring reusable bags.
  • Sainsbury’s recently moved to 40p as well, while Asda charges 40p, Aldi and Lidl 30p, and Morrisons 60p.
  • Separately, Tesco will end Evri parcel handling at Express branches by November 28, with a 10-day grace period for pickups.