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Updated Mar 16th 2020, 10:55 PM

Black and tan jack russell puppies for sale in ireland. SUPERMARKET CHAINS LIDL and Tesco will be implementing priority shopping hours for elderly people, over 65s and family carers.

From tomorrow, priority shopping will be in place across Lidl's 163 stores in Ireland between 9am an 11am every day until further notice.

In a statement this afternoon, the retailer said: 'We ask that the public respect this time period to allow more vulnerable customers to pick up the food and supplies they need.

'Starting March 17, the mornings will run from 9-11am every day and will include prioritised queuing and additional assistance for our older customers.'

We've been listening to your feedback and we will be implementing priority shopping hours for the elderly across all 163 Lidl stores in Ireland, 9-11am every day, until further notice.

Lidl added that it 'may not be able to actively monitor this at all times as our store teams are required on checkouts and restocking shelves, so we kindly ask that customers respect this measure and plan their shopping trips around this timeframe.'

Tesco, meanwhile, announced that every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 18 March, people over 65 and home carers will have dedicated access to its 151 stores in Ireland from between 7am/8am (depending on location) until 9am.

'We recognise that people over 65 and family carers who are looking after vulnerable family members at home, have specific needs during this time,' Kari Daniels, Chief Execuive Tesco Ireland said today.

'In liaison with the HSE and following discussions with Age Action Ireland and Family Carers Ireland, together we agreed that this is the right thing to do, at this time.'

In a statement this evening trade union Mandate raised concerns that some retailers are failing to adhere to HSE guidlines regarding Covid-19.

Mandate Assistant General Secretary Gerry Light said dozens of members had raised concerns for their safety and the potential to spread the virus.

He said that while some outlets may be attempting to abide by HSE guidelines, there was an 'uneven' approach across the industry.

The union has written to all major retail outlets citing concerns about customer overcrowding '…contrary to HSE Covid-19 guidelines', which preclude indoor mass gatherings of more than 100 people.

He also raises issues around alleged non-compliance on social distancing, non-provision of hand sanitiser at checkouts as well as shopping trolleys and tills not being properly and regularly sanitised.

Earlier today

As the country works to curb the spread of coronavirus, a number of initiatives have been announced by the government and businesses nationwide.

Earlier today, the government announced it was establishing a Pandemic Unemployment Payment to help people who have lost work because of the coronavirus outbreak.

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The payment of €203 per week will be available, for a six-week period, to all employees and the self-employed who have been affected by the seizing up of economic activity.

Yesterday, Health Minister Simon Harris advised that all pubs should close until at least 29 March. Publican groups have said their members should follow the advice.

The Cabinet sub-committee on Covid-19 is meeting this afternoon with an update from the Department of Health on the latest coronavirus figures in Ireland expected later today.

Updated Mar 16th 2020, 10:55 PM

Black and tan jack russell puppies for sale in ireland. SUPERMARKET CHAINS LIDL and Tesco will be implementing priority shopping hours for elderly people, over 65s and family carers.

From tomorrow, priority shopping will be in place across Lidl's 163 stores in Ireland between 9am an 11am every day until further notice.

In a statement this afternoon, the retailer said: 'We ask that the public respect this time period to allow more vulnerable customers to pick up the food and supplies they need.

'Starting March 17, the mornings will run from 9-11am every day and will include prioritised queuing and additional assistance for our older customers.'

We've been listening to your feedback and we will be implementing priority shopping hours for the elderly across all 163 Lidl stores in Ireland, 9-11am every day, until further notice.

Lidl added that it 'may not be able to actively monitor this at all times as our store teams are required on checkouts and restocking shelves, so we kindly ask that customers respect this measure and plan their shopping trips around this timeframe.'

Tesco, meanwhile, announced that every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 18 March, people over 65 and home carers will have dedicated access to its 151 stores in Ireland from between 7am/8am (depending on location) until 9am.

'We recognise that people over 65 and family carers who are looking after vulnerable family members at home, have specific needs during this time,' Kari Daniels, Chief Execuive Tesco Ireland said today.

'In liaison with the HSE and following discussions with Age Action Ireland and Family Carers Ireland, together we agreed that this is the right thing to do, at this time.'

In a statement this evening trade union Mandate raised concerns that some retailers are failing to adhere to HSE guidlines regarding Covid-19.

Mandate Assistant General Secretary Gerry Light said dozens of members had raised concerns for their safety and the potential to spread the virus.

He said that while some outlets may be attempting to abide by HSE guidelines, there was an 'uneven' approach across the industry.

The union has written to all major retail outlets citing concerns about customer overcrowding '…contrary to HSE Covid-19 guidelines', which preclude indoor mass gatherings of more than 100 people.

He also raises issues around alleged non-compliance on social distancing, non-provision of hand sanitiser at checkouts as well as shopping trolleys and tills not being properly and regularly sanitised.

Earlier today

As the country works to curb the spread of coronavirus, a number of initiatives have been announced by the government and businesses nationwide.

Earlier today, the government announced it was establishing a Pandemic Unemployment Payment to help people who have lost work because of the coronavirus outbreak.

Tesco Shopping Slots For Elderly Patients

The payment of €203 per week will be available, for a six-week period, to all employees and the self-employed who have been affected by the seizing up of economic activity.

Yesterday, Health Minister Simon Harris advised that all pubs should close until at least 29 March. Publican groups have said their members should follow the advice.

The Cabinet sub-committee on Covid-19 is meeting this afternoon with an update from the Department of Health on the latest coronavirus figures in Ireland expected later today.

Demand on supermarkets is continuing to increase with more people now trying to opt for home delivery slots in a bid to avoid queues.

However, many retailers have said delivery slots should be left for elderly or vulnerable customers and if people are able to safely visit stores they should do so instead.

At the start of the country-wide lockdown, the Government identified around one million people who were classed as 'high risk' and told them to isolate for 12 weeks.

It includes those who have had transplants, cancer patients and others suffering from severe asthma.

Big brands such as Sainsbury's, Morrisons and Tesco's have since opened up priority delivery slots, reports KentLive.

Here's what each supermarket is doing to ensure elderly and vulnerable customers can secure a delivery slot.

Tesco

Tesco claims it is reserving 'hundreds of thousands of home delivery slots a week' for the most vulnerable customers.

A spokesman said it has already started getting in touch with those people to let them know.

Slot timings are not guaranteed, with shopping turning up anytime from 10am to 6pm or 2pm to 10pm.

Delivery drivers will send a text with a one hour window on the day.

Tesco said it cannot guarantee a slot will be available, but will try to 'do its best.'

The spokesperson added: 'If you can safely shop in-store, please think before you click, so we can help those that need it most.'

Those who need their shopping delivered because they cannot go into the store can call 0800 917 7359.

Morrisons

Morrisons has introduced a Doorstep Delivery service which tries to get essential produce to the door of the elderly and vulnerable residents.

There are some restrictions in place over what can be bought, with Morrisons specifically giving a list of essentials that can only be ordered through this option. Pull tabs casino hotel.

They include items from milk, butter and cheese to a choice of two ready meals, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish and household items such as toilet roll and fabric conditioner.

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Those wanting to use the delivery service must live within 10 miles of a Morrisons store and there is a limit of three per item.

No cash on delivery is accepted, with chip and pin available, or contactless.

Call 0345 611 6111 and select option 5 to place an order.

Sainsbury's

The government is still helping Sainsbury's prioritise who is the most vulnerable in the community.

A spokesman said: 'We know there's still work to do, and we've recognised the need for the government to help us prioritise the most vulnerable.

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'That's why going forward, they will identify customers who they consider the most vulnerable, and we'll give those people priority access to home delivery slots.'

It says those who received a letter from the NHS and registered on gov.uk as extremely vulnerable to coronavirus will have their details shared with Sainsbury's.

The store will has started contacting people via email.

Asda

Asda has acknowledged government help and says help will be given where no one else is available to do their shopping for them.

Delivery slots have also been increased from 450,000 a week to 700,000.

A spokesman said.'We have only been provided information on customers who meet both criteria, and we can only contact people on this list who are existing Asda customers.'

Those with online accounts are urged to ensure their details match those given to the government so the store can easily identify the vulnerable.

People who are eligible, but do not have an Asda account, are asked to see if someone else in the household does.

If they do, ask if they can change the name, phone number and address to match the government supplied details.