Is this age discrimination?

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Bessica1970 · 26/03/2022 14:58

In a nutshell:
Tesco have a ‘standard’ (usually inflated) price for some items, but also a ‘Clubcard price’ if you scan your Clubcard at the till.

Under 18s cannot have a Clubcard.

Therefore under 18s are being disadvantaged because of their age.

I’ve had a quick look at the discrimination act, and it looks to me like this is nailed on discrimination. Not sure how they can justify this!

YABU - Tesco are entitled to charge under 18s more for the same product

YANBU - This is unfair and discriminatory

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JackieCollinshasnoauthority · 26/03/2022 15:05

Under 18s aren't protected by the equality act in respect of age. So it's lawful to exclude under 18s from certain things.

PAFMO · 26/03/2022 15:05

How many under 18s are in Tesco buying the kind of products you get the discount on?
Perhaps you could also start a campaign to allow adults to pay the same price as children for buses and things?

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Bessica1970 · 26/03/2022 15:04

I guess they could show someone else’s card if they’re with someone who is over 18.
Shopping by themselves though?

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Beeinalily · 26/03/2022 15:02

It really hadn't occurred to me before, but you're right.

PastMyBestBeforeDate · 26/03/2022 15:02

Can they present a Clubcard even if they aren't the holder and get the discount?

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Bessica1970 · 26/03/2022 15:01

To expand - I know adults don’t all have Clubcards, but they’re able to if they want to!

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