Written Question · S7W-00659 · Session 7
Further to the commitment in the Scottish National Party manifesto to enact a statutory price cap on essential food items, whether it would…
The question
To ask the Scottish Government, further to the commitment in the Scottish National Party manifesto to enact a statutory price cap on essential food items, whether it would require to introduce at least a six-month implementation plan for retailers, in light of this being the case when the most recent increase to the minimum unit pricing of alcohol was implemented.
The answer
We will engage constructively with all relevant stakeholders to support considered and informed discussion on this policy, and to ensure effective implementation that delivers on our core aim of making the weekly shop more affordable.We recognise the importance of working with retailers to ensure these measures are practical and deliverable.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S7W-00659 by reference.