Aldi Axes Click and Collect - Tesco Unveils Digital Passport Plan

Aldi Ends Click and Collect Services

Aldi has discontinued its click and collect service at 174 of its UK stores, citing low demand. The decision affects 12 stores that previously offered the service. Affected customers can no longer order groceries online for in-store pickup.

Tesco's Digital Passport Trial

Meanwhile, Tesco has announced a trial program for its new digital passport system across its clothing range. The initiative aims to combat the problem of returns fraud by verifying customers' identities before allowing them to make exchanges or refunds. Tesco's digital passport requires customers to upload a photo of their ID or driver's license to create an account.

The move by Tesco is part of a wider effort by the EU to crack down on returns fraud. The EU has recently proposed a new law that would make retailers responsible for preventing and detecting fraudulent returns.