The Labor Government\u2019s review of the Grocery Code of Conduct must examine all options – including divestiture powers – to tackle the supermarket duopoly\u2019s power, the Greens say.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe announcement of this review is a testament to the persistent advocacy by the Greens and the Senate inquiry we are leading into supermarket price gouging,\u201d Greens Economic Justice Spokesperson Senator Nick McKim said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“This is a step in the right direction, but it is in no way a substitute for the Greens led Senate inquiry which has powers to compel evidence and testimony which will see Coles and Woolworths CEOs held to account publicly.\u201c<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt is crucial that Labor\u2019s review does not shy away from considering robust measures like divestiture powers.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cSuch powers are vital to dismantle monopolistic practices and ensure fair pricing for consumers.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cUnlike Labor\u2019s attempt to catch up, the Greens\u2019 inquiry will force supermarket CEOs to appear before the Senate and try to justify their obscene profits.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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