Regulator profile
GCA
Groceries Code Adjudicator
Enforcement Regulator2 areas of regulation · 12 official guidance documents · 3 laws enforced · UK-wide
What GCA does
Enforces the Groceries Supply Code of Practice governing relationships between the 14 designated retailers and their direct suppliers. Investigates complaints, can impose fines, and publishes compliance reports.
Contact GCA
Types of regulation
Retail Regulation
Supply Code
Official guidance from GCA
Curated guidance documents to help you understand your obligations.
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How to contact a Retailer CCO or supplier helpline
Detailed Guidance
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Arbitration request form
Form or Template
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Best practice statement: Forensic auditing
Detailed Guidance
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Forensic auditing: Retailer voluntary commitment
Detailed Guidance
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Code provisions and related GCA action
Detailed Guidance
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Best practice statement: forecasting and promotions
Detailed Guidance
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Consumer complaints - best practice statement
Detailed Guidance
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Fresh produce sector: additional De-listing information
Detailed Guidance
Legal framework
Legislation that GCA directly enforces.
Primary legislation
- Groceries Code Adjudicator Act 2013 Act 2013
Secondary legislation
- Groceries (Supply Chain Practices) Market Investigation Order 2009 UK Statutory Instrument 2009
- The Groceries Code Adjudicator (Permitted Maximum Financial Penalty) Order 2015 UK Statutory Instrument 2015
Related legislation
Legislation connected to GCA's remit but not directly enforced — establishing Acts, amendments, referenced legislation, and context.
Establishing / enabling
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Enterprise Act 2002
UK Act of Parliament 2002
Referenced in enforcement
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Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act 2013
UK Act of Parliament 2013
Sectors regulated
Retail
Coverage area
UK-wide