OFT accepts divestments in Lothian and Angus Co-op merger

The OFT has accepted undertakings offered by the Co-operative Group Limited to address the competition concerns arising from its merger with Lothian Borders & Angus Co-operative Society Limited. Under the terms of the undertakings, the Co-operative Group Limited will divest grocery stores in 12 local areas in Scotland, as well as a pharmacy in one of those areas.