A voluntary agreement with major retailers could see price reductions on basic food items like bread and milk.
However, there are no plans for a mandatory price cap, and the scheme faces criticism from retailers and opposition MPs.
LONDON DAILY ARCHIVE
Government's Plan for Price Cap on Basic Food Items Draws Criticism from Retailers and Opposition MPs
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has criticized the government's plan to introduce a cap on the price of basic food items, saying it would not help tackle the rising cost of living.
29 May 2023 · 03:12 UTC
