All Coronavirus articles – Page 12
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NewsIndependent retailers praised by Bestway md on Sky News
Bestway Wholesale managing director Dawood Pervez took the opportunity to praise independent retailers when invited onto Sky News’ Ian King Show last week.
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Dear JacAn important clause
I had a very interesting query from Ron Letcher who trades as a Londis in the West Country. He asks: “What is the law on smoking if your policy is no smoking? I have two members who constantly break our rules.”
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Features and analysisCoronavirus: C-Store Champion Sunder Sandher shares his key lockdown learnings and advice
The owner of One Stop Leamington Spa in Warwickshire reveals emerging shopper trends and how he has adapted to them
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NewsOutdoor markets and high street retail in England to reopen next month
Outdoor markets in England can re-open from 1 June as part of the latest wave of relaxation of lockdown restrictions.
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NewsCoronavirus: Local Mayor rewards store’s heroic efforts
The heroic team behind Eldred Drive Stores (Premier) in Orpington, Kent, are still “reeling” after a special visit from the local Mayor and councillors to thank them for their incredible community efforts during the coronavirus outbreak.
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NewsCoronavirus: total retail sales experience record slump during lockdown
Retail sales experienced the biggest monthly fall on record during April, according to the Office of National Statistics (ONS).
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Interviews and ProfilesStaying open during the coronavirus chaos
Londis Solo Convenience owners Martin and wife Natalie have reshaped their product range and introduced a home delivery service in order to meet the needs of locals in Baillieston, Glasgow
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Product NewsLockdown diaries: tea, coffee and biscuits sales driven up by homeworkers
Bipin Haria, owner of Seaford News in Sussex, has adapted his product range and added new lines to meet the higher levels of demand driven by the coronavirus pandemic.
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NewsNisa Retail recruits 37-site forecourt retailer Ascona Group
Forecourt retailer Ascona Group has signed a new supply deal which will see its 37 sites being supplied by Nisa Retail.
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NewsCoronavirus: lockdown has caused permanent shift to home delivery says HIM & MCA
Demand for grocery delivery will remain high even after the current lockdown has ended, according to a new report from HIM & MCA Insight.
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Products In DepthSugar confectionery: Making life a little sweeter
Sharing formats and pricemarked packs remain key drivers as consumers get their sugar fix during lockdown
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NewsJTI confirms uplift of all non-compliant tobacco stock
Tobacco company JTI has confirmed that it will take back all stock that doesn’t comply with either Track & Trace regulations or the menthol and capsule ban once the company’s reps return to making store visits.
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NewsCoronavirus: ACS survey highlights ups and downs of trading during lockdown
Around two thirds of convenience stores have seen sales increase during the virus lockdown period, while 26% have seen a significant fall, according to a new survey by ACS.
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NewsLast day of legal sale for menthol cigarettes
Menthol and capsule cigarettes are banned from sale in the UK from midnight tonight.
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NewsUnited Wholesale (Scotland) opts for DrinkSorted home delivery solution
United Wholesale (Scotland) has signed a long-term deal with Glasgow-based technology firm DrinkSorted to provide a home delivery service for retail customers.
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OpinionHighlighting the benefits of local
Interest in buying locally sourced produce has accelerated in recent years, driven by health, economic and environmental interests, writes HIM’s Sarah Alhadeff.
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NewsRetailers report tobacco sales surge as lockdown hits illicit trade
Legitimate tobacco sales through convenience stores appear to have surged during the lockdown period which severed many of the links between illicit sellers and smokers.
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Promotional FeatureHow coronavirus has changed convenience shopper behaviour
While we all hope things go back to normal as soon and as safely as possible, we can be pretty certain of some long-term changes in consumer behaviour, which suppliers and retailers must adapt to
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NewsViolent offences and threats to "cough on staff" surge in Central England Co-op stores
Incidents of verbal abuse and violent offences against convenience store workers, including threats to cough and spit on staff, have soared in Central England Co-op stores in the past four weeks.
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NewsHancock’s begins to reopen wholesale depots
Impulse trade specialist Hancock’s is to reopen three of its wholesale depots on Monday (18 May) with full social distancing guidelines in place.