Shoppers at supermarkets such as ASDA, Tesco, Aldi, Lidl, Morrisons and Sainsbury's have found themselves in a heated argument over an unwritten 'rule' that allows people to skip to the front of the queue. Some people are happy to follow it, but others aren't so convinced.
The 'unspoken' rule apparently says shoppers with many items should let those with only a few go ahead of them. While many say they would let someone go before them if they didn't have much, others say they should 'wait their turn' - or that it depends on their circumstances.
Shoppers have been sharing their opinions on the Extreme Couponing and Bargains group.
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Niki Bartoszewska said: "Yes, usually they are through and paid before I have finished unpacking. I was once behind a woman with two trolleys and I only had one item. Other people commented on how they would leave let me go in front if it was them (I hadn't even asked) and she then turned round and started shouting at everyone!"
Charley Hilary Jayne agreed: "Yes! Especially when I’m doing a monthly shop if you’ve got a few items in your hand then you go through! I’m gunna be a while." Jules Greaves said: "I always let them in front if they only have a couple of bits."
Carole Oliver wrote: "Yes of course good Karma be nice to people that’s how I was brought up." Tasha Shufflebottom said: "Always offer. Sometimes people say no. It's just the unspoken rule isn't it."
Jacqueline Bishop agreed: "I always do especially if im in aldi, gives me time to load my stuff onto the belt."
Jill Ohmke said: "No cos last time I did that they're mate turned up with more shopping than me." Dana Bridges said: "People shouldn't ask if they can go in front they should wait to be offered. Really annoys me when it's just expected of them like we all have to wait. It's happened to me a few times where the checkout assistant has told someone behind me come in front - that should be my decision and I'd gladly let them normally but I should choose!"
Anna Polna said: "Circumstantial for me. If my kids are whiny and / or crying no, otherwise always yes." Amel Doria said: "Im surprised people all said OF COURSE ! Because noone let me go first even with 1 item in my hand!"
Stefanie Pickles slammed: "No as sometimes they take the p***." Louise Leatherbarrow New said: "Depends if I'm in a bad mood or not." Emma Kingston agreed: "Depends on their attitude!"
