00:00Supermarkets are warning that government plans aimed to limit food price rises could
00:05leave some retailers selling basic groceries at a loss. Industry sources say ministers
00:11are considering voluntary agreements on products like bread, milk and eggs, alongside possible
00:17changes to packaging rules and food regulations. The Treasury says it wants to help keep costs
00:22down for families, but retail groups argue supermarkets are already competing heavily
00:28on prices. Businesses say rising wage bills, higher taxes and increased supply costs are putting
00:34pressure on food prices. Some retailers also blame global disruption affecting fertiliser
00:40and animal feed supplies for adding further costs for shoppers.
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