Retailers working to alleviate the challenges posed by Coronavirus
Responding to the latest developments with Coronavirus, including a call from George Eustice MP, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
Andrew Opie, director of food & sustainability at the British Retail Consortium, said:
“Our members continue to work round-the-clock to ensure consumers have access to the products they need. Retailers are putting in place the measures necessary to meet the current increase in demand. Where people are self-isolating, it is up not just to supermarkets, but also friends and neighbours to support them in getting the goods they need. This is a time for everyone to come together and support one another, particularly those who are vulnerable.
“Following requests by the BRC, we welcome the government announcement that supermarkets with be granted greater flexibility in delivery times to help retailers mitigate the increase in demand for certain products. While there is plenty of stock available, the challenge for retailers has been to make sure all of it reaches shelves at the earliest opportunity.”
“The BRC continues to work with retailers and government to alleviate the challenges posed by Coronavirus. On a joint call with Defra minister, George Eustice MP, retailers and government discussed ways to help prepare for the ongoing challenges posed by Coronavirus. It is essential that government continues to engage on other ways to alleviate the challenges for retailers.”