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Bristol Post
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Rachel Pugh & Zahra Khaliq & Toby Codd

Sainsbury's shoppers 'appalled' after new receipt system leaves them feeling 'hostage' in stores

Sainsbury's shoppers have threatened to boycott the chain over a new checkout rule. The supermarket giant has come under fire after forcing people to scan their receipts before leaving the store.

It comes as self-checkout areas in several Sainsbury's supermarkets now have barriers which will only open when you scan your receipt. Shoppers across the country have reported being held 'hostage' by the new system.

As reported by Manchester Evening News, you will be banned from leaving without a receipt. It has left shoppers furious.

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