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Amazon Faces Potential UK Investigation Over Supplier Relations

UK grocery regulator demands swift action from Amazon after survey reveals low compliance with supplier code.

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Overview

  • Amazon's compliance score dropped to 47%, placing it last among 14 major retailers.
  • The Groceries Code Adjudicator threatens a formal investigation if improvements are not made.
  • Amazon has been under the code's jurisdiction since 2022, following a ruling by the Competition and Markets Authority.
  • The company plans to implement faster dispute resolutions and better support for smaller suppliers.
  • Overall compliance scores for other retailers averaged 94%, highlighting Amazon's lag.