Pensioners in Bridgwater oppose self-checkout supermarket tills

In Bridgwater, UK, a group of pensioners is campaigning against self-checkout tills in supermarkets, preferring human interaction. They argue that automated checkouts lead to job losses and reduce community engagement, as many residents rely on these interactions for social connection. The campaign, led by the Senior Citizens’ Forum, highlights concerns over employment, especially after a significant rise in retail job losses in the UK. The group plans to raise awareness through leaflets and discussions, emphasizing the importance of staffed checkouts. In response to the backlash, some supermarkets, including Asda and Morrisons, are reconsidering their self-checkout policies. Asda plans to increase staffed checkouts, while Morrisons has admitted to over-relying on automation.