A Lincoln Sainbury's is taking part in a 'reverse vending recycling' scheme that could help customers save up to £25 on their weekly shop.
The store on Tritton Road is taking part in a trial, along with a limited number of other stores throughout the country, which allows customers to return plastic bottles, up to three litres in size, and drinks cans - in exchange for a 5p coupon for every item.
Up to 500 items can be deposited per customer which means customers could save up to £25 off their shopping.
The reverse vending recycling trial is the latest in a line of steps Sainsbury’s is taking as part of its drive to cut plastic by removing, reusing, replacing and recycling.
Simon King caught it on camera in Lincoln - and his image has been widely shared around the UK.
Judith Batchelar, director Sainsbury’s Brand said: “We’re delighted to offer a new way to help our customers recycle while saving on their shop.”
The store chain has also announced this week that it is the first UK supermarket to remove plastic bags for loose fruit, vegetables and bakery items from all stores, offering paper and re-usable bags made from recycled materials and removing 489 tonnes’ worth plastic.
