Groceries Code Adjudicator

The Groceries Code Adjudicator released its 2025/26 annual report outlining continued inflationary pressures in the sector and generally high compliance among designated retailers despite a slight rise in reported supplier issues. The report highlights the launch of a targeted investigation into Amazon regarding potential breaches of the Groceries Code and details actions taken to strengthen confidential reporting channels for suppliers. Priorities for 2026/27 include improving perceived Code compliance, addressing delays in payment, forecasting, marketing costs, and de‑listing practices, and increasing engagement with both retailers and suppliers. The report also provides an update on the organisation’s financial position.