Background

Following the recent consultation on Online Marketplace (OMP) regulation, this member discussion will provide an opportunity to explore what the proposals could mean in practice for retailers and online platforms.

We will reflect on key themes emerging from the consultation, discuss potential impacts on business models, roles and responsibilities, and identify priorities and concerns to help shape BRC’s ongoing engagement with government and regulators. 


 

Why Should You Attend?

This session will help members understand the direction of travel following the consultation on Online Marketplace (OMP) regulation and what it could mean in practice for retail businesses. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore emerging expectations around roles and responsibilities, discuss potential operational and legal impacts, and share real‑world challenges across different business models.

The discussion will also inform BRC consultation response and  help in ensuring member views, concerns, and priorities are reflected as policy continues to develop.

Who Should Attend the Call?

  • Product Safety Manager
  • Technical Manager / Technical Compliance Lead
  • Legal Counsel / Legal & Compliance Manager
  • E‑commerce Manager
  • Online Marketplace Lead / Platform Manager
  • Public Policy or Regulatory Affairs Manager
  • Risk, Governance or Corporate Responsibility Manager

 

Connect with Inga

  • Inga Becker-Hansen

    Policy Adviser - Retail Products

    Inga manages the Product Safety Community and has recently joined the organisation having worked in the chemical industry. Inga has a Masters in chemistry and begun her career working in formulated materials and resin synthesis, and subsequently worked in biocidal regulation monitoring UK and EU regulation. She is engaged with key government departments, and is passionate about helping retailers and ensuring market product safety.

The session will:

1

Provide In-Depth Understanding

Offer insights from experts on new fire barrier technology. 

2

Enable Insightful Discussion

Give you the chance to engage with industry peers and the government policy team. 

3

Offer Guidance and Expertise

Draw on the knowledge of specialists who understand the landscape.

4

Create an Honest and Balanced Space

Operate under Chatham House Rules to allow open, candid conversation.

Free for BRC members

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