As German discount supermarkets Lidl and Aldi continue to steal market share in Britain, many are chalking up their success to low prices, prompting brands like Morrisons and Tesco to fight back with discounts and offers. But for shoppers, is it just the low prices that’s drawing them in?

With half of the UK population now passing through the doors of discount retailers and their sales showing double digit year-on-year growth, there’s certainly an appetite for discounted goods. But what’s behind this shift? And how is it affecting the UK’s retail landscape?

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