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Discounters should face same land rules as grocers, UK regulator says
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Fusion42 · 29 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) proposes extending supermarket land agreement rules to Aldi and Lidl to prevent restrictive land agreements that limit rival supermarket openings, aiming to increase consumer choice. The CMA will seek further stakeholder input and decide later this year.
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Land restrictions that held back Aldi and Lidl’s expansion could now ease, opening new locations faster. You in retail should revisit your market plans to include more competitive store placement opportunities.
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