Co-op raises the price of lunch sets: how much will lunch cost now.

According to The Sun: Co-op supermarkets have decided to increase the price of their lunch set after three years of stability. Now, for club members, the cost will be £3.75, and for non-members - £4.10, instead of the previous £3.50 and £4 respectively.

This decision was made as a result of inflationary pressure, although premium lunches remain at £5.50. "Our popular lunch set offers great value, with over 300 products to choose from, allowing customers to save a few pounds compared to buying products separately," said a Co-op representative.

The Co-op set, like its competitors, includes a main dish, a side, and a drink. The price increase for lunches occurs amidst consumer protests against rising costs. For example, in August, Tesco raised the price of its lunch set from £3.60 to £3.85, and the premium set from £5.50 to £5.80 for Clubcard customers and to £6 for others.

Two months ago, Sainsbury's also increased the price of the lunch set from £3.75 to £3.95, which caused dissatisfaction among workers and customers.

Consumer expert Martin James noted: "There is a limit when buying becomes too expensive. The lunch set has supported millions of people trying to save, but when the price reaches about £4, it will no longer be a good deal."

He also emphasized that the price increase of the sets may lead customers to forgo one of the components of the set, such as a drink or a snack, to save money.