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Shoppers have pledged to boycott a Boots branch over its decision to swap manned checkouts for self-service tills. The drugs store at Westwood Cross in Broadstairs has recently switched out five staffed pay points in a move that has disappointed many customers. The change has sparked a backlash on social media, with many people claiming they will not use the shop again. Christine Walker said: “Well, that’s me finished with Boots at Westwood Cross. “They’ve taken away the tills and made it self-service. “There was a time when cashiers would serve you with a smile and a polite ‘good morning’. I …