Written question asked by John Hayes (Conservative) on Friday, 4 October 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 8 October 2024. It was answered by Justin Madders (Labour) on Monday, 14 October 2024 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.

Groceries Code Adjudicator

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, if he will update the powers of the Groceries Code Adjudicator to increase the maximum fine levy amount.

Answer: The Groceries Code Adjudicator (GCA) can impose a financial penalty on a large retailer if, following an investigation, it has been found to have breached the Groceries Supply Code of Practice. The permitted maximum fine is 1% of the retailer’s annual UK turnover, giving the Adjudicator significant scope to impose an appropriate fine in the event of non-compliance. The Government will undertake the fourth statutory review of the GCA’s effectiveness next year which may also consider whether to change the permitted maximum financial penalty the Adjudicator can impose following an investigation.

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