Tesco is encountering significant opposition regarding its proposal to open its Hebridean branch on Sundays. The Isle of Lewis, known for its strong adherence to Sabbatarianism, has a population of around 20,000, with many valuing the traditional observance of the Lord’s Day. Rev Kenneth Stewart of the Reformed Presbyterian Church said: “This is a place which has historically observed the Lord’s Day,” and he urged Tesco to reconsider its plans. The local council has granted Tesco permission to operate seven days a week, but clerics warn of the potential repercussions on the community’s way of life.
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