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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Henry Saker-Clark

Aldi and Lidl supermarkets could face new store rules after 16 years

Aldi and Lidl could soon be covered by the same land agreement rules as the UK’s largest supermarket chains.

A proposal by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) would prevent the German discount brands from blocking rival supermarkets from opening outlets close to their stores.

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