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Megan Shaw

I asked for a 'white envelope' at Tesco - but left feeling upset and embarrassed

It was recently announced that supermarket giant Tesco had introduced a new scheme allowing shoppers to access free sanitary products in a bid to combat period poverty.

The supermarket received widespread praise after a customer spotted a sign in store explaining that customers can ask for 'a white envelope' should they need sanitary products, all while maintaining discretion and dignity.

A customer posted a snap of the poster in the toilets at their local store, the poster read: "To combat period poverty, Tesco want to ensure everyone has access to sanitary products. If you are in need, please go to the customer service desk and ask for a white envelope. No questions will be asked."

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