Sainsbury's-Asda merger in doubt amid price rise concerns – as it happened

Competition regulator finds merger could have an impact on choice and reduce qualitySainsbury’s-Asda merger in doubt over ‘extensive competition concerns’ 3.00pm GMT Andrew Tyrie was only appointed as head of the Competition and Markets Authority in April 2018, after retiring as an MP. He has already made his mark within 12 months, with a decision which could affect the lives of millions of Britons.The Sainsbury’s-Asda merger is not out for the count yet, but it is on the