All articles by Gaelle Walker – Page 72
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NewsFake cigarettes and alcohol top seizure list
Seizures of counterfeit goods, including tobacco and alcohol, by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have reached a three year high according to the annual Intellectual Property (IP) Crime Report.
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Advice GuideNCS Community Fund
Thanks to an initiative launched at this year’s National Convenience Show, some lucky retailers received financial help to plan community get-togethers.
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NewsMilitary ID can now be used as proof of age
Retailers can now accept military ID as proof of age for alcohol, tobacco and other age-restricted products, following a change in Ministry of Defence (MOD) policy.
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NewsNumber of young smokers declining
The number of young people taking up smoking has continued to fall in the past year the latest NHS Smoking Drinking and Drug Use survey has revealed.
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NewsSales burn bright as Olympic games get under way
Across the UK convenience store owners’ meticulous Olympic preparations ensured that games trading got off to an electric start.
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NewsSmall stores can fend for themselves, says energy minister
Energy secretary Edward Davey has sparked outrage among small store owners after stating that they did not need the same levels of protection from the big energy companys’ bull-boy tactics as consumers.
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NewsPlain packs will not prevent youth smoking, public says
The vast majority of UK people do not believe that plain packaging will stop children from smoking, a new Populus poll has revealed.
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NewsNew Visa card to revolutionise age verification
A new dual function proof of age and pre-paid Visa card is promising to make age verification far simpler for convenience store retailers.
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NewsFirst myCostcutter opens in Aberdeenshire
The first of Costcutter’s premium myCostcutter stores has opened its doors in Insch, Aberdeenshire, with a second set to follow shortly in Manchester.
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NewsFour new members sign with Landmark Wholesale
Landmark Wholesale has kicked off its 40th anniversary celebrations with the news that it has recruited four new members, including First Choice.
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NewsRain fails to dampen retailers’ resolve
Convenience store retailers are attempting to counteract the slowdown in sales and footfall caused by the recent wet and wild weather conditions with an array of initiatives.
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NewsFresh growth for Musgrave retailers
Musgrave Retail Partners’ plans to double fresh food sales in the next three years are on track thanks to a variety of range extensions, packaging redesigns, new POS kits and support.
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NewsCostcutter back on TV with new Local Pride campaign
Costcutter is back on TV this month with a new campaign focusing on value for money and its retailers’ commitments to local charities.
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NewsJTI launches multi-million pound push against plain packs
JTI is launching a multi-million pound media campaign against plans to introduce plain packaging for tobacco products.
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NewsPolice raise fears over plain packs proposal
Adopting plain packaging for tobacco products could spark a rise in crime and smuggling, UK police officers have warned.
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NewsBargain Booze on a mission to cut bills
New energy reduction measures are helping Bargain Booze retailers to achieve a combined saving of just under £500,000 a year.
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NewsWholesalers urged to support retailers over new legislative hurdles
Wholesalers in Scotland will be required to lend retailers much greater levels of support when a further barrage of new legislation hits next year, the industry’s trade body has said.
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NewsIndependent retailer in TV campaign first
In what is believed to be a first for an independent retailer, Welsh store owner Conrad Davies is taking his local marketing strategy to new heights with the launch of his own television advertising campaign.
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NewsTobacco plain pack consultation now available in other languages
The plain tobacco packaging consultation will now be available in other languages following a successful retailer-led campaign.
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NewsSuperValu scores with Budgens and Londis shoppers
The SuperValu range of own label products is being well received by Budgens and Londis shoppers, a recent customer survey has revealed.