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Aldi introduces new social distancing measures in store to protect colleagues and customers

Aldi introduces new social distancing measures in store to protect colleagues and customers

Aldi has introduced a number of new measures to encourage effective social distancing, and to protect colleagues and customers in store.

As well as the roll-out of clear screens at more than 7,000 checkouts, which began yesterday (photo available), Aldi has introduced the following measures in store:

• Aldi is installing two-metre markers on the floors of stores to encourage responsible social distancing at the checkout.
• It is encouraging customers to use contactless payment such as credit cards, Apple Pay and Android Pay, wherever possible, rather than using cash.
• It is introducing a range of in-store notices reminding customers of the need for effective social distancing in store.
• It has reduced opening hours to help colleagues to re-stock products while stores are empty.