Tesco issues stern warning about Christmas panic buying
The UK’s largest supermarket also called on the Government to temporarily make it easier to bring in workers from abroad to ease the issue.
The warning, which was first reported by ITV News came in a meeting organised by the Cabinet Office last Thursday.
Andrew Woolfenden, Tesco’s UK distribution and fulfilment director, said it has only managed to attract as many drivers as it has lost to rival businesses over the summer despite offering £1,000 recruitment bonuses since July.
The Road Haulage Association has warned there is a shortage of around 100,000 drivers across the UK, which has particularly impacted the food and drink supply chain.
A spokesperson for Amazon said: “The festive season is always our busiest time of the year and, as we do every year, we’ll be working to provide the best possible service for our customers.”
A Government spokesperson said: “We recognise business is facing a range of challenges and we are taking steps to support them, including streamlining the process for new HGV drivers and increasing the number of driving tests.
“Progress has already being made in testing and hiring, with improving pay, working conditions and diversity.
“We are closely monitoring labour supply and working with sector leaders to understand how we can best ease particular pinch points.”
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