‘Shrinkflation’ hits beloved chocolate bars

Shoppers were quick to notice Cadbury’s Cherry Ripe chocolate bar has gone from 52g to 44g, with people expressing their disappointment on social media. Consumer Mario Mendis said there was nothing worse than feeling ripped off by paying the same price but getting less. Fellow consumer, Stephen Lennard, said he hated the practice and found it “dishonest and sneaky.” “The companies think we won’t notice, but we do,” he said. “I would rather them be upfront, retain the same portion …