Recommendations made by the commission were varied, ranging from a new code of practice to consider if dealings between supermarkets and suppliers are adequate to a test that would limit opportunities for retailers in areas where they already have a dominating presence.
Chief executive at the Association of Convenience Stores James Lowman added that it is important the government department “carries through” the suggestions.
“The Competition Commission has concluded that an ombudsman and improved GSCOP is essential for safeguarding government interest, and this remedy must be implemented,” he commented.
Additionally, the Conservative party has said that an investigatory figure should be created as a “matter of urgency” so that farmers get an improved deal.
Director general at the British Retail Consortium Stephen Robertson has in recent times expressed fears that the industry could be over-regulated with red tape.
