Aldi has launched a new 'traffic light' system to stop overcrowding in stores during coronavirus lockdown.
The discount supermarket will roll out the new technology in Scottish stores this week which will signal when shoppers can enter the store.
The traffic lights will operate based on how many people are inside the Aldi store at one time and are following the two-metre social distancing rules.
NHS and blue light workers will still be given priority access.
These workers are encouraged to go to the front of the queue and shoppers will be asked to continue to respect this.
The traffic light system will run alongside the current measures already in place at all Aldi stores to ensure social distancing.
This includes protective screens at checkouts, distancing markers on shop floors, sanitisation stations for customers as well as signage to offer clear guidance on how to shop safely.
Stores are also encouraging one customer per trolley where possible.
Richard Thornton, Communications Director at Aldi said: “The protection and safety of our customers and employees is our top priority and this new system is an accurate and effective way to allow us to control customer numbers in stores.
“The system’s trial was well received by our customers and we will be gradually rolling this new social distancing measure out nationwide from this week.”
