Hairy Poppins Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 53 minutes ago, Jarndyce said: Hang on - so all the monopoly comments are actually aimed at the Co-op? Well if Tesco (ultimately) having 10 stores is a monopoly then what is Co-op with their 11 stores? SPAR have more but are they really a big shop? 2 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IOM Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 1 hour ago, Jarndyce said: A related question is why no-one on here is freaking out about that fact, while Tesco get a daily kicking… I think it’s a fair point that Coop and M and S should be selling Manx produce they should all be making the effort ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IOM Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 13 minutes ago, Hairy Poppins said: Well if Tesco (ultimately) having 10 stores is a monopoly then what is Co-op with their 11 stores? SPAR have more but are they really a big shop? Do you know what the relative market shares are between Tesco and Coop ? Perhaps if you knew a little more about the sector you might be able to offer a meaningful view . As it is the above comment makes no sense ! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gladys Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 19 minutes ago, Hairy Poppins said: Well if Tesco (ultimately) having 10 stores is a monopoly then what is Co-op with their 11 stores? SPAR have more but are they really a big shop? Doesn't it depend on turnover rather than the number of stores? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jarndyce Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 2 minutes ago, Gladys said: Doesn't it depend on turnover rather than the number of stores? Are you asking or telling us, Glad? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Poppins Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 27 minutes ago, IOM said: I think it’s a fair point that Coop and M and S should be selling Manx produce they should all be making the effort ! This is the best thing you've posted. Get Manx Potatoes into Manx Co-op stores. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gladys Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 Tesco had Manx potatoes on offer at £1.30 for 2kg. Normal price was £2.80 IIRC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Poppins Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 People won't even buy them when they're reduced to clear. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gladys Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 3 minutes ago, Hairy Poppins said: People won't even buy them when they're reduced to clear. They were on a Clubcard offer when I went in, shame to see even then they had to be reduced to clear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piebaps Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 On 8/26/2024 at 2:06 PM, Fred the shred said: A disappointing trip to the Onchan store today could not get two very basic grocery products and the ATM is still not working. Shoprite may have been a bit more expensive but staple goods were available Tesco is well stocked but seems a lot of choice of what they want to sell rather than what is a basic food shop. Bring back Shoprite, not going to happen 🥲 . and I didn’t see any of the former staff which is a shame. You have it tough don't you? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq6rvz4p37do 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mad_manx Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 29 minutes ago, Gladys said: They were on a Clubcard offer when I went in, shame to see even then they had to be reduced to clear. https://www.manxradio.com/news/isle-of-man-news/supermarket-steps-in-to-help-manx-potato-producer-with-surplus-stock/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinpot Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 (edited) I see Tesco are currently advertising for staff. £12.02 an hour!!! And not great hours. Is it just me that thinks that’s appalling? Edited August 29 by Tinpot 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Lamb Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 7 hours ago, Hairy Poppins said: This is the best thing you've posted. Get Manx Potatoes into Manx Co-op stores. Then take them back to M&S and ask for a refund 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTF Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 1 hour ago, Tinpot said: I see Tesco are currently advertising for staff. £12.02 an hour!!! And not great hours. Is it just me that thinks that’s appalling? the 10% staff discount must be worth something. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emesde Posted August 29 Share Posted August 29 1 hour ago, Tinpot said: I see Tesco are currently advertising for staff. £12.02 an hour!!! And not great hours. Is it just me that thinks that’s appalling? Based on a 40 hour week that equates to £25 k per annum. I think a lot of society would think that ok. As WTF Said there are discounts on purchases and would add up to a decent package. In fact would probably make them higher rate tax payers....well on part of their income anyway. Maybe it's the tax system that needs looking at. 🙄 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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