Tesco Fined Over Trading Standards

Tesco faced a legal battle over misleading strawberry prices, initiated by Daphne Smallmon's complaint. The supermarket sold strawberries at varying prices, breaching guidelines by labeling them as half-price for longer than allowed. This led to a court case where Tesco admitted to four offenses and apologized for the error. The case highlighted issues of consumer trust and the impact of misleading promotions. Ultimately, the court ruled in favor of consumers, marking a victory for trading standards.

What did the judge say about the impact of Tesco's actions on customers?

What was Tesco's response to the legal issues regarding the pricing error?