Here we go then, Tesco has officially revealed what the UK’s most popular meal deal combination was in 2023.
We all know that meal deals are a classic lunch option for those looking for something quick to grab on the go, and it’s fair to say that Tesco’s is one of the most popular on the market – but which combination was the most popular over the past 12 months?
Well, it looks like it’s we have a case of ‘new year, same meal deal’ on our hands.
That’s because, for the second year running now, the supermarket retailer has revealed that the nation’s favourite meal deal combination in 2023 was the Tesco Sausage Bacon & Egg Triple, McCoy’s Flame Grilled Steak ‘Grab Bag’ Crisps, and a Coca-Cola (500ml).
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While the ‘all day breakfast’ triple butty took the top spot for mains in 2023, this did, however, change during the festive season, as the Tesco Turkey & Trimmings Sandwich took over the coveted number one ranking instead.
The Tesco Chicken Triple Sandwich, the Tesco Smoked Ham & Mature Cheddar Sub, the Tesco Hoisin Duck Wrap, and the Tesco Chicken Caesar Wrap all rounded out the top five.
Top 10 favourite Tesco meal deal mains in 2023
Tesco Sausage Bacon & Egg Triple
Tesco Chicken Triple Sandwich
Tesco Smoked Ham & Mature Cheddar Sub
Tesco Chicken Club Sandwich
Tesco Hoisin Duck Wrap
Tesco Chicken Caesar Wrap
Tesco Southern Fried Chicken Pasta
Tesco Chicken, Bacon & Stuffing Sandwich
Tesco Tuna & Sweetcorn Pasta
Tesco Cheese Triple Sandwich
When it comes to the accompanying snacks and drinks, as already mentioned, it was the Mccoy’s Flame Grilled Steak Grab Bag, and a Coca-Cola (500ml) that came out on top, but when you dig a little deeper, you’ll find there was actually quite a wide variety of other picks in the UK’s top 10 this past year.
Some of the other most-picked snack options included the Tesco Egg Protein Pot, Big Hula Hoops BBQ Beef ‘Grab Bag’ Crisps, and Walkers Sensations Thai Sweet Chilli ‘Grab Bag’ Crisps.
For drinks, the Oasis Summer Fruits (500ml), and Lucozade Sport Orange (500ml) proved popular.
The meal deal statistics for 2023 were revealed as part of Tesco’s annual ‘Clubcard Unpacked’ series / Credit: Tesco
The meal deal statistics for 2023 were revealed as part of Tesco’s annual ‘Clubcard Unpacked’ series, which is basically like ‘Spotify Wrapped’, but for Clubcard customers, and it gives the supermarket’s loyalty card members a unique insight into what they shopped for and how much they saved over the last year.
The series also gives Clubcard holders the chance to find out what their personal favourite meal deal combination was in 2023, and see how that compares to the rest of the nation.
You’ll just need to open your Tesco Clubcard app on your mobile or online to find out.
EasyJet has announced a new scheme where the airline will cover the cost of a baby’s first passport, allowing young families to take those memorable first holidays.
The company has announced that it will pay for a child’s passport (£66.50) when parents book an EasyJet holiday, making it a little easier to start those travel adventures sooner.
Research conducted by the airline and easyJet Holidays has found that 75% of parents agree the move would make a holiday with a baby feel a bit more affordable.
Their surveys also found that four in five parents believe a baby’s first holiday is a landmark family moment, and more than half called it one of their proudest parenting milestones.
But parents also said that they needed an average of four attempts to get an approved passport photo of their baby (have you tried making a newborn follow instructions…?).
easyJet holidays has reported – even this early in the year – a 10% increase in infants travelling this year compared to 2025.
And now, the thought of a holiday with your newborn is more tempting than ever, with the offer to get a free passport for your baby from easyJet.
To claim it, and save £66.50, you can use the code FIRSTPASSPORT until 26 November – find out more HERE.
easyJet Captain Kate West, said: “We carry millions of families across Europe every year, and we know that travelling with a baby brings a whole series of exciting firsts.
“We want to make travel as easy and accessible as possible for everyone, including young families, so they can enjoy all the experiences and memories that travel can bring.
“We hope that covering the cost of a baby’s first passport goes a small way towards making that first family adventure a little easier and gives our youngest travellers a warm welcome to the world.”
Stuart Wright, Customer Director at easyJet holidays, said: “Travel has a unique way of bringing families together, and a baby’s very first holiday is often one of those moments parents remember for years to come.
“By covering the cost of a baby’s first passport, we’re helping more families start making those memories that little bit sooner.”
Leeds City Council granted £1.6m to tackle rough sleeping by Christmas
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A £1.6m grant has been given by the government to Leeds City Council to help tackle rough sleeping.
The funding has been allocated to Leeds City Council as part of the Government’s national Rough Sleeping Programme.
The overall target is to help rough sleepovers off the streets by Christmas through providing safe accommodation.
The council have said that voluntary organisations and charities will be able to help them reach this target.
The council report said: "This funding will be used for immediate interventions to ensure all those rough sleeping have an offer of accommodation by Christmas and support longer term sustainment of accommodation.
“The initial target is to provide a suitable offer of accommodation for everyone who is rough sleeping by Christmas 2026.
“Providing a path into supported accommodation and independent living is the key objective and sustaining this independent living with, where necessary, ongoing support to prevent any return to rough sleeping and homelessness.”
The government announcement spoke of the scheme: "The programme is intended to support people experiencing rough sleeping.
"People experiencing rough sleeping may have differing entitlements to housing and support depending on their individual circumstances, including their immigration status and eligibility for public funds."
The funding is intended to help provide immediate support for people currently sleeping on the streets, while also helping them access longer-term accommodation and the support needed to maintain independent living.
By working with local charities and voluntary organisations, the council hopes to ensure people are not only offered a place to stay but are also given the help they need to avoid returning to the streets.
Emily Sergeant -
4th January 2024 
