More than 2,000 jobs at Tesco due to rising demand

More than 2,000 jobs are at risk at Tesco as it announces more changes to the way it runs its supermarkets.

Britain's largest supermarket said the axing of its counter and delis from February 26 was due to lack of demand from customers. It is closing eight pharmacies, moving overnight roles to daytime in 12 stores and reducing hours within some post offices.

Similar changes have already happened at Tesco's smaller stores, but the grocer is now implementing them in its larger superstores and Tesco Extra shops.

Daniel Adams, the national officer of the Usdaw union representing Tesco workers, said the announcement would be particularly difficult for staff in the midst of the rising cost of living.

He said that we will be doing everything we can to support members throughout the process with a view to protecting jobs and securing the best possible deal for those affected, where this is not possible.

Jason Tarry, Tesco's UK and Ireland boss, said the decisions were difficult but added they were necessary to ensure we remain focused on delivering value for our customers wherever we can, as well as to ensure our store offer reflects what our customers value the most. His priority is to support those colleagues who are impacted by the vacancies and newly created roles that we have available, as well as to find alternative roles within our business, he said.

Tesco is currently in a consultation with the U.S.daw union about the proposals and pointed out that it currently has around 2,000 vacancies across the business.