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Mulholland Welcomes Competition Commission Recommendations on Local Shops

October 4, 2009 10:28 PM

Greg Mulholland, Member of Parliament for Leeds North West and member of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Small Shops, has welcomed the Competition Commission's recommendations to introduce a competition test in planning decisions for large retailers.

The recommendations prevent store openings by chains that already have a strong presence in a local area by introducing a competition test in planning decisions on larger grocery stores.

Commenting, Greg Said:

"I am delighted that the Competition Commission has taken a firm stance to help give local businesses a real say in planning applications.

"Local shops play a vital role in the vibrancy of the community, bringing both economic benefits and neighbourhood cohesion.

"We must ensure local shops have adequate protection to reflect their unique place in society."

ENDS

Notes to editors:

1. Competition Commission report is at http://www.competition-commission.org.uk/press_rel/2009/oct/pdf/46-09.pdf

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