All articles by Robin Mannering – Page 42
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NewsDartmoor Premier retailer opposes Co-op pub conversion
A Premier retailer in a Dartmoor village fears that plans to transform a former pub site into a Co-operative store would decimate his business.
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NewsCo-operative Group acquires six stores from My Local
The Co-operative Group has acquired six convenience stores from My Local for an undisclosed sum, after the chain entered administration last week.
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NewsValue of forecourt sector revealed in new report
The forecourt sector employs over 117,000 people in the UK and generates over £4bn annually in sales, according to a new report highlighting its value to the retail landscape.
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NewsCarrier bag levy to fund One Stop community scheme
One Stop has launched a new ‘Carriers for Causes’ funding scheme in which community groups can apply for grants of up to £1,000 for local projects.
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NewsSimply Fresh to move in to University of Surrey
Simply Fresh is set to take over the operation of the University of Surrey’s 5,000 sq ft on-campus store after joining forces with catering contractor Chartwells.
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NewsConvenience and availability drive choice of grocery store
Product availability and a convenient location are the two most important influences on UK shoppers’ decisions on where to buy their groceries from, according to new research from Nielsen.
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NewsNew wave of independents enter the market
A new wave of independent entrepreneurs has entered the convenience market over the past year amid overall sector growth, according to IGD chief economist James Walton.
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NewsSupermarket sales rise for first time in a year
UK supermarket sales increased 0.4% year-on-year in the four weeks ending 18 June, according to new figures from Nielsen.
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NewsConvenience Store app available on iPhone now
Convenience Store has developed a new app to enable retailers to view latest news, analysis and advice at any time or place.
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NewsBrexit: SGF raises concerns over economic impact
The Scottish Grocers Federation has expressed concern over the “double whammy” of Brexit and another potential independence referendum.
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NewsBrexit: C-store retailers offer their verdict
Independent retailers have given their verdict on the UK’s momentous decision to leave the European Union.
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NewsUber launches food delivery service in London
Uber has launched its food delivery service UberEATS in London, joining a growing number of competitors including Deliveroo and Just East.
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NewsRetail sales will "fall by 3% in 2017" under Brexit
If the UK leaves the European Union retail sales will fall by 3% in 2017 amid a “short and relatively sharp retail shock,” according to the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), the research division of the Economist Group.
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NewsMPs raise concerns over business rates
An influential committee of MPs has warned that local councils are not using existing discretionary rate relief powers.
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NewsAppleby Westward announces £650,000 worth of price cuts
Appleby Westward, the South West Spar distributor, has announced price cuts on top-selling brands worth £650,000 to its retail customers.
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NewsIndustry unites behind Works Must Pay campaign
Trade bodies and suppliers have begun throwing their weight behind Convenience Store’s campaign calling for compensation for local shops that lose out on trade due to nearby roadworks.
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NewsLobby group formed to influence news supply chain
The Co-op and Asda have formed a new lobby group in a bid to influence the news industry supply chain.
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NewsStores celebrate sales success as Euro 2016 kicks off
Retailers have reported celebrating strong in-store sales over the weekend as England, Wales and Northern Ireland kicked off their Euro 2016 campaigns.
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NewsBritons plan a summer of get-togethers for sporting events
More than a third (36%) of Britons are planning on having parties, BBQs and get-togethers to watch this summer’s sporting events, according to new research from the Co-op.
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NewsPolymer banknotes training available for retailers
Ahead of the new £5 polymer note entering circulation on 13 September 2016, the Bank of England has provided training materials to help retailers identify the new security features on the new note.