Responding to Government’s consultation on ‘Applying the new NPM to advertising and promotions restrictions’, Andrew Opie, Director of Food & Sustainability at the BRC, said:
“The consultation ignores the fact that the new NPM model is currently not workable, nor enforceable. Until this is resolved, it would be inappropriate to try and apply it to the existing regulations on advertising and promotions. We want to work with Government to resolve the fundamental problems with the new NPM, but that will mean more than simply releasing further guidance.”
Latest press releases
Press ReleaseBRC responds to ONS Retail Sales Index
22 May 2026
Press ReleaseHigh prices still weighing on consumers’ minds
21 May 2026
Press ReleaseScotland’s shops to score thanks to World Cup and Commonwealth Games – SRC polling
21 May 2026
Press ReleasePrices held stable despite conflict in Middle East
20 May 2026
Press ReleaseBRC responds to King's Speech - Politics must not “get in the way of the immediate action needed”
13 May 2026
Press ReleaseUncertainty hits retail sales
12 May 2026
Press ReleaseMounting pressure on retail as footfall takes sharp decline
08 May 2026
Press ReleaseHalf of public say young people need more support into work
07 May 2026
Press ReleaseGovernment needs to act on Middle East impacts, retailers warn
06 May 2026
Press ReleaseRetail workers get the protections they deserve
29 Apr 2026
Find out more...

Become a member
Our members come with many different needs. To reflect this, we offer three membership types: Retail Member, Associate Member and Trade Association Member.

Take the next step in your leadership journey
Leadership development for individuals and learning teams—retail-specific programmes that build confidence and impact.
See what's coming up
We host 300+ calls, webinars and in-person events to bring our community together.

Harness best-in-class Market Intelligence
Robust data, benchmarks and monitors to help you track performance and make informed business decisions
