Campaigning to control ‘super’market powers
Symon Hill examines concerns about the market power of the supermarkets
Friends are among the campaigners pressing politicians for action to rein in the power of supermarkets, with the aim of preventing global wage reductions and the destruction of small businesses.They are urging the government to appoint a supermarket ombudsman who could respond to allegations of abuse. Business secretary Peter Mandelson has agreed to make such an appointment – but only after a three-month consultation exercise.
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