A video of shoppers fighting over reduced food in Asda has gone viral and caused quite the debate.
The clip, which was shared on TikTok, is captioned 'This is Asda on a Sunday afternoon' and shows people clearing the shelves of the yellow sticker section.
One woman can be seen struggling to hold onto multiple packets of ham as she reaches to grab whatever is on the shelf, while a voice in the background is heard saying "Oh my god, this is the funniest thing ever."
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Thousands of people have commented on the video, which TikTok user AbiiOneillX says was filmed in Liverpool.
Some criticised the shoppers, with one saying: "I know that times are hard but the people that aren’t leaving any for the others should be ashamed. Pure greed."
And another adding: "Greedy and selfish people, just to save 50p off a £3.50 item!"
But others said that such scenes are inevitable as people struggle to make ends meet amid rising food and energy bills.
"Unfortunately people are struggling," said one. "People can't afford these ridiculous food price hikes, this was inevitable!" said another.
One shopper shared the video to a budgeting Facebook group where the debate continued.
"Sad to see but no judgement here as this may be their lifeline," said one commenter. With another adding: "This has been going on years, sorry but it’s not desperation it’s pure greed.. it’s not about what their buying or whether they need it, it’s about grabbing the bargain before someone else does."
Demand for yellow sticker items has increased as shoppers attempt to cut back, but there has been criticism that stores are not reducing items as much as they have done previously.
Do you shop from the reduced item? Have you noticed demand for such products has risen? What's your view on the video? Let us know in the comments here.
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