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All articles by Aidan Fortune – Page 41
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NewsBRC lobbies MPs to support retail workers
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has launched the Shopworkers’ Protection Pledge to help curb abuse against staff and has urged MPs to support it.
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Features and analysisOne Stop and Jack’s: ‘Time to take on Aldi and Lidl’
With the announcement that Tesco’s Jack’s discount line will be made available in One Stop, we examine the latest volley in the price war.
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NewsPlastic carrier bag charge to be extended to convenience retailers
The government’s decision to extend the plastic carrier bag charge to all retailers has been welcomed by the convenience retail industry.
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NewsLow consumer awareness of menthol cigarette ban
Awareness of the menthol cigarette ban in the UK remains low with just 54% aware of the legislation, according to research carried out by vaping brand Blu.
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Features and analysisRegister now for The Convenience Awards 2020
A new date and format for The Convenience Awards has been unveiled.
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Features and analysisYounger shoppers turning to convenience stores
The coronavirus pandemic has led to more younger shoppers visiting convenience stores. But what can you do to keep them?
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NewsNew scan and pay technology launched into Irish stores
Irish retail group BWG Foods is piloting new Scan, Pay & Go checkout technology, with a view to rolling it out across its retail network.
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Features and analysisWill shoppers remain loyal to convenience after lockdown?
Are the convenience customers gained through lockdown moving back to the major multiples now restrictions are easing? We commissioned a survey to find out.
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NewsPandemic sales to double convenience sector growth
Growth in convenience stores in 2020 is set to double that of the previous year, according to Mintel research.
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NewsConvenience channel growth tipped for 2022
The UK convenience channel is tipped to grow 13.2% in value terms by 2022, a new IGD report has found.
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Features and analysisIs poor social distancing guidance keeping customers away from your store?
A new survey has revealed what measures are needed to make shoppers feel confident. So what did it find?
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NewsJTI launches new anti-illicit trade postcode calculator
Japan Tobacco International (JTI) has launched a new postcode calculator to help retailers find out how their local area is affected by illicit tobacco.
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NewsScotmid extends partnership with PayPoint
Retail chain Scotmid has announced an extension to its partnership with PayPoint.
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Features and analysisHow did retailers cope with face mask regulations?
The new face mask regulation kicked in on Friday. How did the first weekend go?
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Advice GuideFace masks: what retailers need to know about the new regulations
Unsure of the regulations on face coverings? The government has published guidance on customers wearing face masks when visiting shops.
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Features and analysisIs it the right time to buy or sell a site?
Retail property specialists Christie & Co has reported record interest in the convenience sector, is it the right time to make a deal?
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Interviews and ProfilesHow the big night in became a sales driver for my store
Owner of MJ’s Premier in Royton, Greater Manchester Justin Whittaker has seen big night in sales increase thanks to customers wanting to treat themselves while in lockdown.
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NewsFace mask guidance and posters available to independent retailers
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has published a series of downloadable posters to help inform customers about wearing face masks in shops.
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NewsSnappy Shopper appoints Philippe Rondepierre to senior role
Home delivery platform Snappy Shopper has appointed Philippe Rondepierre as its new marketing director.
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NewsHighland Group signs Nisa supply deal
Cambridgeshire forecourt retailer Highland Group has signed a deal to be supplied by Nisa Retail.
