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Britain's Tesco boosts hourly pay to 13.28 pounds

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Posted on March 18, 2026

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· Last updated: April 1, 2026

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March 18 (Reuters) - Tesco, Britain's biggest food retailer, said on Wednesday it has reached an agreement with trade union USDAW to increase hourly pay rate for staff in stores and online fulfillment

Tesco Raises Hourly Pay for UK Store and Online Staff to £13.28

Details of Tesco's Pay Increase Agreement

Agreement with Trade Union USDAW

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(Reporting by Rishab Shaju in Bengaluru; Editing by Leroy Leo)

Key Takeaways

Tesco’s new £13.28 hourly rate comes into effect on 29 March 2026 following negotiations with USDAW, boosting pay above recent levels
This move continues Tesco’s multi‑year wage progression—staff saw 5.2% increase in 2025 raising rates to £12.64, part of a £180m investment (usdaw.org.uk)
Despite the rise, Tesco remains slightly behind leaders like Aldi (£13.35) and Lidl (~£13.45), while competitors such as Sainsbury’s (£13.23) and Lidl continue intensifying grocery wage competition (prestonblog.co.uk)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tesco's new hourly pay rate for staff?

Tesco has increased its hourly pay rate to £13.28 for staff in stores and online fulfillment centers.

When will the new Tesco pay rate take effect?

The new pay rate of £13.28 per hour will be effective from March 29.

Who did Tesco reach an agreement with regarding the pay increase?

Tesco reached the pay increase agreement with the trade union USDAW.

Which staff are affected by Tesco's pay increase?

The pay increase applies to staff working in Tesco stores and online fulfillment centers across the UK.

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Britain's Tesco boosts hourly pay to 13.28 pounds

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