A new report from Which? reveals that loyalty schemes at major supermarkets like Tesco, Lidl, Morrisons, and Sainsbury’s are excluding young and vulnerable shoppers from accessing lower prices due to age restrictions and other requirements. The report highlights how this ‘two-tier’ pricing system can disadvantage those who need it most, such as young carers, the homeless, and other vulnerable groups.
The Supreme Court intensified its scrutiny of deceptive advertising, emphasizing the need to protect vulnerable groups such as children, babies, and women. The court expressed alarm at the Union government’s lax oversight and urged immediate action to safeguard these populations from misleading marketing practices. The ongoing case against Patanjali Ayurved has been expanded to include key government ministries and state licensing authorities to ensure comprehensive evaluation of advertising regulations.
