No fewer than three stories from around the country today show how Tesco works...
In the first story, from the South Manchester Report, the devastating impact of Tesco on local shopping is explored in detail. The report shows how the local Co-op, a post office, convenience stores and an independent butcher have been badly affected by a local Tesco - and two stores have now closed. It should remind everyone that while Tesco claims to create jobs, studies show that it costs them!
The second story, from Bromley's News Shopper, is another example of Tesco increasing the size of an existing store, in this case by adding a mezzanine floor. One local councillor was forced by legal advice to approve the change, saying,
"much as I disagree in my heart, the professional advice that I have received is for approval."
This shows how Tesco can act legally but not reflect the wishes of local people.
Today's final story, from Warwick and reported in the Leamington Observer, reports how Tesco has repeatedly put in applications to extend a store, despite strong opposition and fears about the impact on town centre shopping and local traffic. This shows how Tesco will keep pushing for more money, even when local people say clearly that they don't want a larger store - how can we trust its assurances about the London Road site!
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