Supermarkets across the UK have issued updates to customers regarding paying with cash in stores.
Paying by card or contactless has become the norm since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, with many wanting to avoid handling cash which could pass the virus from person to person.
A recent Which? study has found that a third of British consumers have stopped paying in cash for a service since last March.
As the pandemic continues, supermarkets have issued updates to customers and changed the rules on paying for goods in stores, reports BirminghamLive.
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Supermarkets are imploring shoppers to pay by card, with contactless payment preferred by the likes of Aldi, Lidl and Tesco.
Here’s what a range of supermarkets, including Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, and Asda have to say about paying with cash in stores.
Asda
Asda has not banned cash payments.
On its website, the supermarket wrote: "To help reduce contact in our stores we’ve also rolled out ‘Scan and Go’ mobile to all of our supermarkets, superstores and supercentres.
"Customers can use their own device to scan their shopping and pack as they go. Many of our larger stores also offer Scan & Go handsets in addition to Scan & Go mobile.
"To use your own device in store please visit the app store and download the free Asda Scan & Go app. Contactless payments - Credit and debit card contactless payment limit amount has now been increased to £45."
Sainsbury’s
A Sainsbury’s spokesperson said: "We would like customers to pay by card. If you would like to pay by cash, please use our self-service tills.
"SmartShop is available in Sainsbury’s supermarkets and helps you spend less time in store and reduces contact by letting you scan your own shopping and check out through a dedicated till area."
Tesco
Tesco does not have any rules over cash payments - but advises on its website: "Since the start of the pandemic, we’ve focused on ensuring everyone can get the food they need in a safe environment.
“Our safety measures are there to protect you and our colleagues, as we all follow the latest government guidance."
Aldi
An Aldi spokesperson said: "Yes we are still accepting cash payments in our stores, however, we are asking customers to use contactless forms of payment where possible."
Lidl
Lidl does not have any specific rules over cash payments.
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Morrisons
Morrisons has not banned cash payments.
However, for online shopping, the supermarket says: "We can't accept cash or cheques, so all payments must be made by card."
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FAQs
A spokesperson says: "Yes we are still accepting cash payments in our stores, however, we are asking customers to use contactless forms of payment where possible."
Can I pay with cash in Asda? ›
Our stores accept most major payment methods including: Cash (GBP)
Can you pay with cash in Sainsburys? ›
Customers shopping in-store can use cash in Morrisons, but, as with other supermarkets, contactless payment methods are encouraged. Customers who prefer to use cash are asked to make use of Sainsbury's self-checkouts, which accept cash and avoid contact between cashiers and customers.
Are Tesco stopping taking cash? ›
Tesco has big plans for 2023 as they are reportedly set to launch a new biometric payments system that may even see them no longer accept cash or card payments.
Can I pay with cash in ALDI? ›
What forms of payment are accepted at ALDI stores? We accept several forms of payment including cash, most debit cards, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT), SNAP, Link cards and contactless pay such as Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Can you pay in cash at Tesco? ›
Tesco does not have any rules over cash payments - but advises on its website: "Since the start of the pandemic, we've focused on ensuring everyone can get the food they need in a safe environment.
What payment methods does Tesco accept? ›
You can pay with Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro, Visa Debit, Clubcard Plus, Tesco Bank credit cards and Tesco Bank debit cards. We're unable to accept Maestro cards for Delivery Saver payments. We don't currently accept Visa Electron cards or Solo cards or Tesco Gift Cards online.
Can I pay cash everywhere? ›
Cash may be legal tender, but according to the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), notes and coins don't have to be used in transactions. The retailer is free to set the terms of payment, and refusing to accept cash is not against the law. In fact, the Currency Act sets out restrictions around when you can use cash.
Do all stores accept cash card? ›
It can be used anywhere Visa is accepted, both online and in stores. The Cash Card isn't connected to your personal debit card or bank account.
Does Lidl take cash? ›
We accept all major credit cards such as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, cash, EBT, as well as contactless payments such as Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Lidl gift cards.
They even adjusted the recipes for the ready to eat meals to fit within the American lifestyle and taste preference. However, Tesco failed in applying the results of their research which resulted in them being disconnected from their target market. Their choice of location is one of the biggest mistakes they have done.
What went wrong with Tesco in America? ›
Strategic mistakes
This led to issues with supply chain management and pricing, with Tesco initially setting prices too high for price-sensitive American consumers. In addition, Tesco's expansion strategy was flawed, with the company attempting to open too many stores too quickly.
Is cash ending in UK? ›
We have been issuing banknotes for over 300 years and make sure the banknotes we all use are of high quality. While the future demand for cash is uncertain, it is unlikely that cash will die out any time soon.
Why does ALDI let cashiers sit? ›
This allows workers to rest from exhaustion for a couple minutes while ringing after all the back-breaking work off the sales floor. Yes, we always sit on the registers it makes it easier to be able to put the customers items in the shopping cart. Cashiers are required to sit, it has been found to be more ergonomical.
Do Asda self checkouts take cash? ›
If you need to pay with cash, please go to a Card & Cash Self-Checkout rather than the dedicated Scan & Go zone. We use your information to register you for Scan & Go, verify your identity when you use the service going forward and to monitor for fraud purposes.
Why I stopped shopping at ALDI? ›
The inventory just isn't consistent
Shopping at Aldi has, in the past, helped me rack up a lower credit card bill in the course of buying fruits and vegetables for my family. The problem, though, is that Aldi's selection of produce just isn't consistent from visit to visit.
How do you pay for Asda shopping? ›
Debit and Credit cards (Mastercard, Delta, Maestro, Visa Electron, Solo and American Express) eVouchers. Asda Gift Cards.
Can you pay cash for Asda scan and go? ›
If you need to pay with cash, please go to a Card & Cash Self-Checkout rather than the dedicated Scan & Go zone. We use your information to register you for Scan & Go, verify your identity when you use the service going forward and to monitor for fraud purposes.
Can you pay cash at self-checkout? ›
While people mostly use credit or debit cards while using the self-checkout machine, these machines are equipped to accept most forms of payment, including cash and coins.
