Ethics

Morrison Supermarket Fights Cartel Allegations

By Ethisphere.com

Wm Morrison, the UK supermarket chain, is suing the UK’s Office of Fair Trade (OFT) for libel after the OFT claimed Morrison was allegedly part of a 2002 milk cartel, and is demanding a judicial review of how the OFT is handling the case. Several food companies have come under investigation recently on charges of price-fixing, and this is a sign those companies are starting to fight back. Tesco, according to the Financial Times, is also planning to fight the allegations, but is holding off on legal action until after the investigation. Other supermarkets that have admitted guilt, including (more…)

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