All articles by Gaelle Walker – Page 32
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NewsSupermarket promos hit lowest level for seven years
Supermarket promotions have fallen to their lowest level for over seven years as the multiples switch to permanent price cuts to combat discounter competition.
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NewsOne Stop targets families with frozen food relaunch
One Stop has relaunched its frozen food range to better cater for families.
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NewsFactory closure spells end of UK tobacco manufacturing
Cigarette production at Imperial Tobacco’s last remaining UK factory is set to cease any day now as the manufacturer prepares for the implementation of the European Tobacco Products Directive (EUTPD).
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NewsE-cig use should be encouraged, doctors claim
Electronic cigarettes (e-cigs) are “beneficial” to public health, and vapers should be encouraged to use them, a new report claims.
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NewsAsda changes promotional tactics following investigation
Asda has vowed to change the way it operates a number of its promotions, following an investigation by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).
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NewsOpposition grows towards new electronic cigarette rules
With just weeks to go before the European Tobacco Products Directive (EUTPD) comes into force, retailers, vapers and interested parties are still registering their opposition to the new rules set to govern electronic cigarettes (e-cigs).
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NewsSouthern Co-op hits energy efficiency milestone
The Southern Co-operative has rolled out energy efficient LED lighting to its entire store estate.
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Features and analysisMalcolm's Elm Tree Avenue, Coventry
The Cheema family’s Elm Tree Avenue store in Coventry makes its customers feel right at home with its winning ways.
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NewsSurvey reveals poor levels of underage sales training
New findings from the Responsible Tobacco Retailing programme have revealed low levels of underage sales training amongst convenience stores and newsagents.
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NewsStores urged to maintain tobacco rrps as PMPs disappear
Retailers are being urged to stick to tobacco rrps once pricemarked packs (PMPs) start to disappear from 20 May.
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NewsSpar unites with Holland and Barrett for store trial
Spar is road-testing a new partnership with healthy food and lifestyle retailer Holland and Barrett.
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NewsShoppers in the dark over tobacco laws
With less than one month before tobacco manufacturers are forced to stop making cigarettes and rolling tobacco in small packs, convenience store retailers and staff are being urged to communicate the changes to customers now, or risk losing sales.
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NewsAmazon extends Prime Now one-hour delivery service
Amazon has extended its Prime Now one-hour delivery service to homes and addresses across Surrey.
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NewsToday's Group doles out first £500 retailer prize
Independent retailer Amarjit Athawal, of AJ’s Fine Food Fayre in Gillingham, Kent, has won £500 to spend at his local Today’s Group member depot.
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NewsSpar MD calls for stronger supplier partnerships
Spar’s managing director Debbie Robinson has called on suppliers to adopt a greater partnership approach when working with the company.
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NewsBestway Wholesale improves its Rewards Card scheme
Bestway Wholesale is making a number of changes to its retailer rewards card, making it easier for retailers to win monthly shops for free.
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NewsImperial Tobacco launches new anti illicit trade resource
Imperial Tobacco’s Suspect it? Report it! anti-illicit trade campaign has launched two new online presences, a website and a Twitter feed.
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NewsPost Office modernisation programme hits 6,000th store
The Post Office has hit its 6,000th branch transformation milestone, as its modernisation programme continues apace.
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NewsRobots to deliver groceries in Greenwich
Top up groceries will soon be delivered to local shoppers via revolutionary self-driving delivery robots….
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Features and analysisThe future of tobacco merchandising
With shutters down on the traditional gantry and many retailers opting for alternative display solutions. Is there still a need for tobacco to retain its prime back-wall positioning?