All articles by Gaelle Walker – Page 74
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NewsGovernment to launch plain tobacco packaging consultation
The government is expected to launch its consultation on plain tobacco packaging this Monday (April 16).
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NewsConvenience retailers trading from shipping containers
The number of convenience retailers using reclaimed shipping containers as trading sites is on the rise.
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NewsTobacco display ban hits large store sales
Tobacco sales in large convenience stores and supermarkets are taking a hit following the implementation of a display ban in England on April 6.
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NewsTougher penalties for under-age alcohol sales
Stores caught selling alcohol to under 18s on two or more occasions within a three-month period can now lose the right to sell alcohol for up to two weeks.
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NewsHarry Tuffins snapped up by Midcounties Co-operative
The family-owned independent chain Harry Tuffins has been bought by the Midcounties Co-operative group.
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NewsOvernight delivery guidance for Olympic route stores
Retailers with stores on or close to the Olympic Route Network can now access the final Code of Practice for overnight deliveries on the Transport for London (TfL) website.
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NewsNisa invests £10m to help retailers compete
Nisa is to plough £10m into price cuts and promotions in 2012 in a bid to keep its retailers as competitive as possible.
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NewsEgg price hikes harm small suppliers and stores
The price of locally sourced cakes, quiches and ice creams is being forced upwards following a steep hike in the cost of eggs.
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NewsAdult smokers confused by tobacco display ban rules
The vast majority of adult smokers are unaware that small stores will have an additional three years in which to sell tobacco from open displays, once large retailers go dark on April 6.
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NewsAlcohol Strategy serves up restrictions for retailers
The way alcohol is retailed in England and Wales is set for a major shake up after the government announced plans to introduce minimum pricing, restrict the number of alcohol retailers in high crime areas, and consult on a ban on multi-buy promotions.
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NewsCash only stores losing out on sales
Nearly a third (30%) of UK shoppers claim to have been “inconvenienced” by retailers who do not accept cards in the past year.
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NewsIndustry's finest celebrate at 2012 Convenience Retail Awards
The cream of the convenience store industry came together for an evening of commendation and celebration at the 2012 Convenience Retail Awards (CRA) in London last week.
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NewsConvenient remedy for unemployment
Small stores are making valiant attempts to keep young people employed
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NewsSupport swells for minimum pricing
Scottish health secretary Nicola Sturgeon has called on those who still oppose the SNP’s alcohol minimum pricing plans to let it “get on with the job” and not delay the legislation’s journey through the courts.
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NewsLansley proud of plain packaging consultation
Retailers will be asked to explain their links to the tobacco industry when responding to the government’s consultation on plain packaging, due to be published imminently.
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NewsStore raids smoke out illicit tobacco
A series of raids by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) officers on independent shops in Derby have resulted in the seizure of illicit cigarettes and rolling tobacco.
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NewsOlympic tool helps manage deliveries
Retailers can find out what kind of an impact that the Olympic games will have on their stores and supply chains with the use of a new free tool from Total Logistics.
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NewsNisa serves up tasty recruitment figures
Nisa’s significant investment in marketing has paid off, with the company reporting record 7% growth figures for the last financial year.
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NewsTobacco vending banned in Northern Ireland
The sale of tobacco from vending machines has been prohibited across Northern Ireland.
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NewsBaby toy tobacco gang jailed
A criminal gang who attempted to dupe the authorities by smuggling a vast haul of illicit tobacco into the UK under the guise of babies’ toys has been jailed.