All Legislation articles – Page 7
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Features and analysisScottish government to consider ban of single-use vapes
First Minister Humza Yousaf expressed concern over vaping amongst children and the environmental impact of single-use vapes
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Features and analysisFree access to cash measures welcomed by retail industry
A new framework set out by the Treasury has set out the minimum expectations on banks to protect services for people and businesses wanting to withdraw or deposit cash
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Features and analysisGovernment consults on anti-smoking messaging inside tobacco products
The inserts would be placed inside the packaging of cigarettes and hand rolling tobacco
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Features and analysisOfgem sets out plans to tackle poor behaviour by energy suppliers
The regulator aims to address overcharging and improve transparency around energy bills
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Features and analysisVaping body sounds alarm bells over Scottish government’s e-cig review
UKVIA has accused the consultation of being “merely a box-ticking exercise”
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Features and analysisBiffa launches Vape Takeback recycling scheme for retailers
The firm can supply branded point-of-sale containers, which will be collected at least four times a year
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Features and analysisAlcohol ID checks wane post-Covid, but c-stores up their game
Serve Legal audit figures show that many outlets are failing to request proof of age
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Features and analysisBelshill retailer Abdul Majid wins DRS judicial review case
The independent retailer has won his case against Circularity Scotland’s proposed retailer handling fees
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Features and analysisRetailers advised to lobby MPs as political parties prepare for next election
Retailers have been urged to speak to their MPs to get issues on their agenda ahead of the next general election
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Features and analysisUK Government consults with Australia on vape laws
The UK Government has sought views on Australia’s plans to enforce stricter laws on the vape category, as part of its efforts to reduce underage sales
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Features and analysisCircularity Scotland’s administration fuels case for DRS compensation
Lorna Slater blames the UK Government for the collapse of the firm
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Features and analysisHFSS promotional restrictions delayed until October 2025
Promotional restrictions on High Fat, Salt and Sugar products were due to come into effect in October 2023
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Features and analysisIndustry backs proposal to make Healthy Start more accessible
The ACS is supporting a motion that would allow retailers to help more people get access to healthy food
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Features and analysisUproar over Humza Yousaf’s dismissal of DRS compensation
The Fed’s Mo Razzaq warned that the government will have ”faint credibility” if it denies industry compensation
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Features and analysisImperial Brands calls for UK Government to raise standards within vaping
The firm wants to see regulations strengthened to prevent access to youth vaping
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Dear JacWhat are the laws on banning customers?
On what occasions are you allowed to ban people from your store?
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Features and analysisJTI calls for MPs to back tougher rules to fight illicit vapes and youth appeal
JTI spoke to MPs at a parliamentary reception backed by MP Mary Glindon
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Features and analysisGovernment publishes guidance on Single-Use Plastics Ban in England
The ACS is encouraging retailers to familiarise themselves with the guidance
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Features and analysisLegal threat issued by The Fed over DRS debacle
The group is ready to fight for compensation for its members
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Features and analysisHalf of food retailers are unprepared for upcoming food waste legislation
Recycling firm claims retailers can save thousands by recycling food waste, rather than sending it to landfill