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Emma Gill

'Such a bad idea' - Aldi makes a big change to Specialbuys and shoppers are not happy

Aldi has sparked anger among shoppers after making a big change to its Specialbuys. Its middle aisle buys are some of its most popular products, with everything from egg chairs to pizza ovens.

But where customers have previously had the benefit of being able to purchase the items online, the retailer has decided it will no longer do home delivery on Specialbuys.

Sharing a message with shoppers, it said: "Like Take That, the Creme Egg McFlurry and a Freddo for 10p, all good things must come to an end. Soon Aldi will no longer sell Specialbuys for home delivery."

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It says customers will still be able to shop for Specialbuys in store, with products landing each Thursday and Sunday.

As well as angering Take That fans - who say the band are still together - many say it's unfair on those who don't have a car or can't get to stores.

"That's just great for large items for people who don't drive!" said one shopper responding to a post about the decision in a money-saving Facebook group.

Aldi's Specialbuys announcement (Manchester Family/MEN)

"Such a bad idea, our local store is so small it never has anything in!" said another.

And a third added: "Disappointing as I buy a fair few Specialbuys online as I can’t easily get to an Aldi."

Others accused the retailer of doing it as 'a ploy' to get more shoppers in store and spending money on other things.

An Aldi spokesperson said: “As the UK’s cheapest supermarket we are always looking for ways to keep prices low for our customers. We have therefore taken the decision to end our Wine and Specialbuys online home delivery services on July 10.

"Customers can shop the full range of amazing Wines and Specialbuys at their nearest store or use our grocery Click & Collect service which is available in around 200 stores nationwide.”

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