Question reference: S5W-33257
- Asked by: Stuart McMillan, MSP for Greenock and Inverclyde, Scottish National Party
- Date lodged: 16 November 2020
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Current status: Answered by Joe FitzPatrick on 2 December 2020
Question
To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with supermarkets regarding implementing current COVID-19 health and safety measures to protect staff.
Answer
The Scottish Government has had regular dialogue with retailers on a range of issues throughout the COVID19 pandemic which has included both official and ministerial discussions. Dialogue has been a mixture of one to one and sector-wide discussions. Food Standards Scotland has produced guidance for all food businesses, including retailers, that supports risk assessment and risk management to help retailers comply with COVID19 safety measures.