Emma Gill

A weekly comparison of eight staple grocery items shows Morrisons becoming the most expensive supermarket for the first time in a year, with a total cost of £13.53. Aldi cut its tea bag price by 11%, allowing it to overtake Lidl as the cheapest retailer with a basket total of £13.13. Most major chains matched the tea price reduction, adjusting their basket totals slightly. Supermarkets issued statements defending their value and product quality, with Aldi highlighting its continued recognition by Which? and other chains emphasising broader pricing strategies and loyalty benefits.

A Wigan takeaway delivered extra snacks, drinks and a congratulatory note to a pregnant customer after forgetting prawn crackers in her order, prompting widespread praise online. Staff members Lesley Ann Wallace and Abby Ball were responsible for the gesture, while colleague Zoe Hunt highlighted the team’s commitment to kindness and customer care. Hundreds of comments commended the business for its considerate response during the June heatwave.