Co-op to launch 24/7 self-checkouts in 150 UK stores by April 2026, boosting convenience and safety.

Co-op is launching 24/7 flexi checkouts in 150 UK stores by April 2026, becoming the first UK supermarket to offer self-service checkout access at any time. The dual-mode tills, supplied by Diebold Nixdorf and developed in-house, switch between self-service and staff-assisted operation to reduce wait times and improve safety, with trials showing a 46% drop in theft and antisocial behavior. The rollout follows 18 new or reopened stores and a £70 million investment to create 7,000 apprenticeships by 2030, reflecting Co-op’s focus on community and workforce development.