EDITORIAL: Curbing of supermarkets a welcome move
The big chains wield an extraordinary influence over the retail sector as well as property development, to the detriment of smaller players
28 November 2019 - 05:09
The Competition Commission took a long time to wrap up its investigation into anti-competitive practices in the grocery retail market.
But its recommendation in the 650-page report that mall owners and supermarket chains should immediately phase out exclusive lease arrangements is most welcome...
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