Plans for new click-and-collect lockers at Washington Asda

The supermarket giant has lodged a planning application with Sunderland City Council to redevelop part of its store at The Galleries.

Proposals include the installation of new self-serve lockers alongside a new van loading canopy and an extension to the canopy at the front of the store.

The ‘click-and-collect’ lockers are planned for a section of car park and would be housed in a large structure coated in metal cladding and anti vandal paint.

Additional features also include a digital screen and illuminated sign.

Customers using the service would have the option to pick up supplies by booking a time slot and bringing along an order confirmation, payment card or ID.

According to the plans, four dedicated parking spaces would be provided to serve the grocery collection service.

A statement on Asda’s website described the lockers as “perfect for collecting shopping on-the-go.”

It goes on to say: “They’re quick and easy to use and are temperature-controlled, so your food will be kept fresh, chilled or frozen until you’re ready to collect it.”

It is one of a number of new ways supermarkets are using to offer shoppers an alternative way of getting their groceries.

Sunderland City Council is expected to rule on the plans by the end of August.

Comments can be made on the plans until Thursday, July 9 by writing to the council’s planning department.

For more information, visit www.sunderland.gov.uk/online-applications and search planning reference 20/00854/FUL

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