Why do adults have to eat around supermarkets?

cybergibbons

justjohn wrote: »

Bigger issues stem from smaller issues.

And in terms of solving social issues, it's frequently noted that only dealing with the small issues simply alienates the target group.

So yes it is only a sandwich today , But how far will it go and what will the it lead to or is it leading to. Wearing pajamas in supermarkets was band , Is there any difference to eating a sandwich? (in my oppinion there is no difference)

There's a law where you can't where pyjamas in supermarkets? Or are there just token notices? Ones persons pyjamas might be another persons gym wear. Are these people in pyjamas stealing them, or is there just some perceived link between them and shoplifters/benefit frauds/weed smokers?

Already people cannot see taking something that does not belong to them is not theft because they have the intention of paying for it.

It's not theft, pure and simple. Pre/post payment is purely a social norm. Look in the Theft Act 1968:

A person shall be guilty of theft if he dishonestly appropriates property belonging to another with the intention of permanently depriving the other of it.

If I intend to pay for it, it isn't theft.

If people discussing this think it is such a unobtrusive action then contact the big supermarkets regarding it. Think i know which side of the fence they will be on.

Why should I contact them to check it is OK? You need to write to the supermarkets, your MP and the local police to ensure they are cracking down on these people.

cybergibbons

Doom_and_Gloom wrote: »

I'm not sure if this would come under hygine but some people are so allergic to things that they get a reaction by touching what they are allergic to (some people even react if it is in the air! Yes really I know someone who can't go anywhere near salmon as they react). If you are eating somethig that has what they are allergic to in it then you could cause a reaction due to the residue you leave behind. Nuts are a common one for this - I also know someone allergic to nuts through skin contact that if you have been eating nuts you have to wash your hands and face properly before even shaking his hand or hugging him! Even residue on something could cause him to react. Yes people like this usually have the needed injection on them but that does not mean it is nice for them to do this.

And there is absolutely no way that packets of food opened by people eating in supermarkets increases this risk.

chomsky_2

This thread just gets better and better.....

cybergibbons

Mrs_justjohn wrote: »

I have never seen any "sandwich eaters" eating whilst wandering around shops such as Selfridges, Harrods or even M&S...IS that because thay have a better class of clientele than Asda's??

The two supermarkets I go out of my way to are M&S in Ealing or Waitrose at Canary Wharf. The Waitrose even has an places where you can eat in the store! How terrible.

KimYeovil

If a sandwich can be eaten one-handedly whilst pushing a trolley (and throwing other stuff in and browsing) without making a mess then it is most certainly not worth eating in the first place. By selecting such a low-rent sandwich you are announcing your lowly status doubly. Buy a decent sandwich with decent filling next time.

Barneysmom

M&S chicken sandwiches are nice, I wouldn't eat one walking round the shop though

Mrs_justjohn

cybergibbons wrote: »

The two supermarkets I go out of my way to are M&S in Ealing or Waitrose at Canary Wharf. The Waitrose even has an places where you can eat in the store! How terrible.

I am unsure what you are getting at ?

However I have no problem with people eating food they have paid for in a designated 'eating area' - isn't that called a cafe....LOL...However when waitrose have been so 'kind' as to supply an eating area why should people then think it is acceptable to wander around the store eating?

Mrs_justjohn

KimYeovil wrote: »

If a sandwich can be eaten one-handedly whilst pushing a trolley (and throwing other stuff in and browsing) without making a mess then it is most certainly not worth eating in the first place. By selecting such a low-rent sandwich you are announcing your lowly status doubly. Buy a decent sandwich with decent filling next time.

Spat my tea all over the place when I read this:rotfl:

You sound like a slightly 'blunter' version of me....:rotfl:

Mrs_justjohn

Barneysmom wrote: »

M&S chicken sandwiches are nice

....and best enjoyed in the company of nice people and the comfort of a place to sit relax and enjoy it surely? ....Not walking around the store in a rush whilst doing your shopping?

Barneysmom

Yes, with a nice cup of tea