Aldi reveals how parents can make savings on their shop
Julie Ashfield, Chief Commercial Officer at Aldi UK, has revealed three ways that shoppers can bag extra savings, all without compromising on quality.
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Aldi has launched a support scheme where one family will be chosen at random every day of July and August to receive a £50 voucher to redeem in store.
To apply for this, shoppers simply need to submit their name and email address to SummerSupportScheme@aldi.co.uk.
Julie explains: 'The school holidays can put extra pressure on finances, especially when it comes to keeping children fed, entertained and active during the six-week break.
'As the UK's cheapest supermarket, we don't believe in paying a premium for healthy, quality food and we'll always do what we can to support parents in making their money go further.
'We're giving away vouchers throughout the respective six-week breaks through our Summer Support Scheme, with a family chosen every day during July and August to receive a voucher to spend on whatever they need in store.'
Aldi has a Super Six deal every fortnight, where six items from their everyday essentials and produce section is offered at super low prices.
Julie adds: 'Fresh produce is perfect for freezing, so stocking up on Super Six favourites can be a great way for parents to spread the savings across the holidays too.
'We're so passionate about giving our shoppers the best, that our Fresh Guarantee means if ever you aren't 100% happy with your purchase, just hold on to your receipt and you can bring the item back to us for a full refund.'
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If you want to bag some extra savings, then looking out for items with red reduction stickers could be a way to do that.
Julie explains: "We always want to make sure our customers get the lowest prices possible when checking out with us, however, shoppers can also keep a close eye out for our red stickers to bag a bargain price for items close to their best-before date".
This includes everything from baked goods to meats and deli items.
Julie recommends putting these items in the freezer if your plan isn't to use them right away.
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