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Advice Guide
The deposit return scheme – what you’ll need to do
Initial details about how the DRS will work - in England and Northern Ireland - have been issued
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Advice Guide
What do you need to fill out your tax return?
As 2025’s deadline looms, we look at the basics of filling out your self-assessment tax return
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Features and analysis
What if…. I want to sell fireworks?
How you should prepare your store before selling fireworks
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Features and analysis
How to engage with your customers on social media
The founder of a company specialising in social media management for convenience stores offers advice on how to get the most out of Facebook and TikTok
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Advice Guide
GroceryAid Day: What support is available to you and your staff?
GroceryAid offers a variety of support lines to help retailers and their staff
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Advice Guide
How to sell your convenience store
Thinking of selling your store? Anthony Meadowcroft of Christie & Co offers up advice on where retailers need to start
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Advice Guide
USDAW publishes advice on protecting retail staff
To help store owners protect their staff, industry union USDAW has published advice to improve safety in the retail workplace
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Advice Guide
How to report an incident to the police
With crime levels rising, retailers need to report every incident that happens at their store
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Advice Guide
How to sell fireworks in your store
With Halloween, Diwali and the festive season a key period for fireworks, retailers must be careful to sell them within the correct dates and adhere to safety guidelines for correct storage and sale.
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Advice Guide
How to sell vape products legally in the UK
Confused about what vape products you can sell in your store?
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Advice Guide
What are the penalties for selling illicit tobacco?
New sanctions for not following Track and Trace requirements for selling tobacco have come into effect
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Features and analysis
How to comply with the legislation on vape recycling
Find out how to stay legal and avoid a fine
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Advice Guide
How to create written terms for staff
Legislation surrounding the hiring of staff can be complex, particularly what you need to provide when they start.
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Advice Guide
What Business Rates support is available to me?
Business rates are a major expense for retailers. Are you making best use of the support available?
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Advice Guide
How to switch your energy provider
Energy bills are going through the roof for small businesses. We look at how retailers can switch providers
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Advice Guide
How to prepare for the Calorie Labelling Regulations
Affected convenience stores need to be ready before 6 April
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Advice Guide
How to spot a fake £20 note
There are key security features to look out for so you don’t get caught out with a counterfeit £20 note
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Dear Jac
How do I register with a parcel company?
Want to get on the parcel services platform? Jac provides the starting point for you.
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Advice Guide
How to cut the carbon footprint of your store
Want to improve your carbon footprint? The government has published advice specifically for retailers to help reduce their environmental impact.
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Advice Guide
How to deal with negative comments and reviews on social media
From daily updates about your business to creating more personalised connections, social media has transformed the way retailers engage with their customer base. But while this ease of interaction brings with it a huge number of benefits, it also leaves retailers exposed to negative comments or reviews.