# Illegal mini-marts to shut for up to 12 months under law change prompted by BBC

- Published: 2026-06-10T04:17:02Z
- Updated: 2026-06-20T16:21:14Z
- Section: Breaking
- Language: English (en)
- Source: BBC News — https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqj1rkqqrgro?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
- Tags: BBC News · Top News
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Under current rules, shops breaking the law can only be closed for up to six months in England and Wales. 

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