Does every little help or are offers a hindrance?

“I pay no attention now to so-called offers because I think they are designed to make you spend more. With two-for-one offers, one usually ends up in the bin!” — Margaret Gibb, Burntisland.

“It seems to me that Tesco just made an administrative error and it wasn’t a case of deception. We have more than enough rules and regulations but too few people to enforce them.” — David Collins, West Yorkshire.

“Anything that is offered at a reduced price is genuine value. I have just bought a litre of Bacardi for £15 from Tesco. To me, that is good value.” — Brian Fleming, Forfar.

“Supermarkets will try anything to get shoppers to buy goods so they will mislead shoppers. It has to stop.” — Jean-Claude Huntzinger, Lochgelly.

“When we do our weekly shop we’re conscious that special offers might not be quite so special, so we always check the price per kg or litre to make sure we’re not being diddled.” — Linda Smith, Bury.

“Customers really need to pay more attention to what they are buying if they want the best deals — shopping is an art!” — Judi Martin, Maryculter.

“On many occasions I’ve found the offer price magically turned into the full price on my till receipt, so I have learned to check my receipts very carefully.” — Liz Kelly, Glasgow.

“I wish this racket of buy three for the price of two was barred. I only want one item — I can’t use three.” — Robbie Russell, Elgin.

“Anything that means the supermarkets try to provide value for money has to be a good thing — even if it’s only 45% cheaper instead of 50%” — Iain Robertson, Balloch.

“Why would supermarkets promote such offers other than to entice you to spend more? Halfprice offers are only a bargain if you actually need the product.” — Bob Smith, Aberdeen.

“Prices often jump to a higher level for a short time and then cut to a supposed half- price. It’s time to stop all these stupid offers and give the public a more stable price.” — Mary Campbell, Gosport.

“Special offers entice people to spend more because they think they’re getting a bargain. In many cases they are not, but greed enters the equation.” — Ronald James, Kirriemuir.

“Supermarkets are out to make as much money from customers as they can and won’t sell anything they can’t make money on. Bargains? Aye, right! Profits? Definitely!” — Charlie Duf fy, Alexandria.

“If shops can afford to sell at half-price then that should be the retail price. It’s time shops stopped all this double dealing and got back to normal. The public is fed up with it.” — Malcolm Strang, Camelon.

“I just assume it’s an offer and frankly don’t believe the original price is as inferred. If the price suits, I will buy regardless of what the ticket says. Who believes it anyway?” — Irene Thomson, Perth.

“Supermarkets will try anything to get money from customers, who have to be on the ball when shopping. Most people are in a hurry and fail to notice the rip-off culture in supermarkets.” —Jacqueline Burton, Birgham.

“Shoppers must be aware of what they are buying, and the price. Some supermarkets will try to take advantage but they can’t force you to buy the item.” — Trevor Downer, Barrhead.