Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube. The site where Sainsbury’s opened its first self-service supermarket in 1950 and kick-started a revolution in how Britons shop for their food has become a grocery store again. Unlike Amazon's completely checkout-free store, Sainsbury's new store will still offer self-checkout as well as traditional checkout. In Sandwell, for example, the number of shoplifting offences recorded by police rose from 1,878 in the 12 months to September 2016 to 2,207 a year later - an increase of 18%. Email us at tips@the-sun.co.uk or call 0207 782 4368 . The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. A would-be warning message that has now been circulating the Intenet for a number of years advises shoppers to always check receipts before leaving the checkout because of a cash back scam that it claims is currently taking place in Sainsbury’s stores and other outlets in the United Kingdom. While Sandwell and Solihull saw the biggest increase in shoplifting offences last year, Wolverhampton still has the highest rate of these types of crime in the region. SAINSBURY'S has installed new security for its self-service checkouts to catch out scamming shoppers. Similarly, in Solihull instances of these crimes rose by 8%, from 1,355 offences in 2015-16 to 1,467 in 2016-17. The 35-year-old from Brisbane, Australia, spent three months photocopying barcodes from 65c fried noodles and putting them on products to hoodwink the self-scanner. But nearly two-thirds said they had not intended to steal but had not paid because the item wouldn't register. Across England and Wales, there were 65 shoplifting offences recorded for every 10,000 people. SAINSBURY’S has changed some its self-service checkouts to card-only machines – and customers are not happy. The attendant said 'yes, it's causing some issues so we've asked for it back'. Toiletries, fruit and veg and dairy items were the most commonly-stolen items from supermarkets each year. Sainsbury‘s has begun testing on checkout-less technology which allows customers to pay for goods using their mobile phone. That’s just a slight increase from the 19,542 crimes recorded the year before - but in some areas the rise was much sharper. The measures come amid reports that shoppers are stealing a whopping £3billion a year from supermarkets using the self-scanning tills. Shoplifting has risen sharply in parts of the West Midlands in the last year, with experts warning the rise is partly due to police not pursuing small-scale thefts. explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services. SAINSBURY'S has installed new security for its self-service checkouts to catch out scamming shoppers. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. 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Exclusive: Shoppers claim some key pads clearly exposed if entering pin numbers It is installing extra the measures in 300 stores across the country. Those Sainsbury self checkout machines are such a pain they will probably be the only thing that survives the end of the world if the human race blows up the planet. This means you'll be able to skip the checkout queues and be on your way in no time. @sainsburys changed its self service checkout interface but it has actually regressed into sthg more confusing and visually displeasing — In Morpork (@ladystormhold) April 12, 2017 Forty per cent said they did it because they knew they could get away with it, while 36% said they just forgot to scan the item. A team at VoucherCodesPro.co.uk conducted the study and asked people why they stole in this way. The supermarket chain has fitted CCTV cameras and mirrors above the … “We remain concerned that this system is not effective in deterring criminals, and does not adequately recognise repeat offenders and offences where other crimes are being committed by the same person. Sansbury's new 'SmartShop' technology enabling shoppers to scan their shopping and pay by a mobile app to skip the checkout and not queue to pay. ... managers at my local Sainsburys, I hear from him some of the utter crap that comes down from on high. It comes amid reports of £3.2 billion-worth of goods being stolen each year. Sainsbury's trials convenience store with no checkouts. Recently, the company introduced new, 'streamlined' versions of its original machines. Search for help with Sainsbury's online shopping, read about important customer announcements and ‘Get more from Sainsbury's For other inquiries, Contact Us. Sainsburys replacing the self checkout voice with Alan Carr's is clear evidence that god has abandoned us — Oscar (@OscarRainy) March 10, 2019. As Sainsbury’s opens its first self-service outlet with no checkouts, what does it mean for Britain’s retail sector which employs more than any other part of the economy? The Manchester United midfielder has been named the Premier League player of the month for December, meaning he has won back to back awards. But OP is right- the new software is terrible. Retailers have warned that this increase in shoplifting is being fuelled partly by police forces not investigating the theft of items worth less than £200. The increase seen in parts of the West Midlands reflects a sharp rise in shoplifting seen across the country as a whole. If you are a self-isolating customer, please use the delivery instructions box on the online checkout to let us know. Last year mum Kylie Milner carried out a bizarre self-service scam, stealing £2,700 worth of groceries before she was caught. Stock Checker. Aldi shoppers threaten to boycott the store's new self-checkout system ... "I refuse to use any self service tills whether its Sainsburys, Aldi or anywhere else. In a UK supermarket first, Sainsbury’s is trialling new scan, pay and go technology that will enable customers in one of its busy London convenience stores to pay for products in-store using their smartphone. Software will be modernised to make checkouts in all its 1,400 stores more straightforward for customers and employees This time, Sainsbury's is in the firing line. There were 19,655 shoplifting offences recorded by police across the region in the 12 months to September 2017. Create a new lightbox Save. Step 3 Press Start. “Our research suggests that the true number of shop theft incidents occurring in the convenience sector alone over the last year has risen to over 950,000. The top reason was that the item wouldn't scan or register, with 62% of people explaining the thefts in this way. 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James Lowman, the chief executive of the Association of Convenience Stores, said: “The monetary threshold for police-led prosecutions to deal with shop theft offences, which can be £100 or £200 in some areas, is supposed to deal with first-time offenders and isolated offences. We pay for videos too. The supermarket is cracking down on self-scanner thefts amid reports that shoppers stole a whopping £3billion last year. If they don’t, they could face the magistrates' court and potentially face a fine or up to a year in prison. There are two ways to get started: SmartShop app – register by downloading the SmartShop app. Click here to upload yours. A study also revealed that the number of thefts at unmanned checkouts has more than doubled in the past four years. View our online Press Pack. "It's no different really to the self-checkout tills and our stores have a number of security measures," Mr Cruickshank says. 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Checkout-free Sainsbury's branch has tills reinstalled after just three months because customers chose to queue at the helpdesk to pay a human … 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. “The increase in shop theft offences being recorded by the police will come as no surprise to convenience retailers who have to deal with theft as a regular occurrence in their business. Sainsburys Self Service Checkout - Camden Town - London. It is installing extra the measures in 300 stores across the country, according to Mirror Online. NCR currently provides managed service support for Sainsbury’s NCR point-of-sale, self-checkout and kiosks systems, printers and peripherals. The new self-checkout software in Sainsbury's It doesn't have a bring your own bags option so you have to 'seek assistance' before you even get started as soon as you put your bags down. The Times reported that theft from self-service checkouts had doubled within four years - equating to a loss of £5 of goods per Brit a month. “This is especially concerning as shop theft often leads to other crimes – it is the number one cause of violence and abuse in stores, and those committing shop theft offences are often doing so to fund a drug or alcohol addiction. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Comments are subject to our community guidelines, which can be viewed, Sainsbury's have installed new security at 300 of their stores, Supermarkets warn of new crime wave where shoplifters are tricking the self checkout scanners, shoppers are stealing a whopping £3billion a year, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). You can WhatsApp us on 07810 791 502. “We need fresh thinking from Government and the police, because when shop theft is not tackled properly it has implications for the wider society.”. A Home Office spokesperson said: “The Government recognises shoplifting causes disruption to businesses and damage to communities and consumers. The area saw shoplifting stay at similar levels with 2,263 offences in the last year - 88 shoplifting crimes for every 10,000 people living there. The supermarket giant operates multiple stores … To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Do you have a story for The Sun Online news team? Oh dear. Select your app store to download the app When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. The supermarket chain has fitted CCTV cameras and mirrors above the self check-outs at 300 of its stores in a bid to crack down on low-value thefts. Sainsbury's has introduced new 'streamlined' versions of its self-service checkouts - and some customers are fuming. That’s much higher than the national average. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Wm Morrisons used the tills for the first time at the end of last year and will install more than 1,000 self-checkout tills in 270 stores by the new year. ... We are also now accepting new Delivery Pass registrations. You can unsubscribe at any time. Sainsbury's, with stores across Birmingham and the West Midlands, has fitted CCTV cameras and mirrors above self-service check out tills in a new security scheme to cut down on thefts. We pay for your stories! Sainsburys Self Service Checkout - Camden Town - London People shopping in Sainsburys supermarket London, UK. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our. The Sainsbury's next to my work have "upgraded" their self service checkout software and it is truly dreadful. There were savings to be made. Cashless transactions already account for 82% of central London shop. When I get my lunch, it is a moment for pause, even if I must shift past crowds of freshers. SmartShop is a new in-store shopping app trial that lets you scan as you go! Check if your favourite product is in stock at Sainsbury’s New Romney Superstore. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. The supermarket has rolled out the new … The threshold was introduced in the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, and allows anyone stealing goods costing less than £200 to plead guilty by post. Bradley Walsh presented as contestants Aaron, Anne, Susan and Joe pitted their wits against one of the ruthless Chasers in the hope of winning a potential prize pot worth thousands of pounds. This story was first published on November 24, 2010. "We are clear that all crimes reported to the police should be taken seriously, investigated and, where appropriate, taken through the courts and met with tough sentences.”. Step 4 Remember the last time you used Self Service (when … If using a check, ensure it'll be accepted without any problems prior to initiating this process. People are upset about supermarket checkouts again. Plastic Waitrose supermarket carrier bags by self scan checkout machines counter card only at Kings Cross store in London England UK KATHY DEWITT. Two-fifths of people admitted they were light-fingered when it came to checking out goods. ... Sainsbury’s checkout. In the last year, the number of shoplifting offences recorded by police rose by 10% from 347,164 crimes to 380,427 across England and Wales. However, the government has said that the monetary threshold put on shoplifting investigations does not diminish the seriousness of these crimes. Whether you are using a SmartShop handset or the SmartShop app on your mobile phone, you can pay at a dedicated card-only SmartShop checkout or at a self-checkout … The more self-checkout machines a supermarket had, the fewer cashiers it required. The Sunday Telegraph reports that one in four people admit to stealing at least one item when shopping and that theft from unmanned checkouts has more than doubled in the past four years. 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