Philip Norton

I rarely carry any cash around with me, nothing more than £10, so when I’m in a shop I usually use some form of card when paying for shopping. I find this quick and convenient, but there is one thing that really gets under my skin, and that is the phrase "do you want any cash back?"

Nothing belittles the reputation of a shop than asking my that bloody question. I see it as rude and impertinent and it makes my shopping experience that little bit more stressful. Many shops just take my card, check my details, and get on with it. I have therefore made a list of those shops who treat me like some kind of inbred reprobate and insist on asking it.

• Aldi
• Morrisons
• Somerfield
• ASDA

If you notice any other shops asking you this stupid question then post a comment and I’ll add to this list.

I usually grit my teeth in irritation when those words are asked and sometimes even say "no thank you" before they get the chance. Please stop asking me!

Written by: Philip Norton

Tags: back, card, cash, money, shopping, stop

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