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Police cuts put convenience stores at frontline of crime
Retailers are reporting an increase in crime and a lack of police support
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Premium grocers drive supermarket sales slowdown
Overall growth in the four weeks to 4 November was 1.5%, Nielsen revealed
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Spar managing director Debbie Robinson to step down
Robinson is taking on the role of chief executive at Central England Co-operative
Police cuts put convenience stores at frontline of crime
Retailers are reporting an increase in crime and a lack of police support
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Thornton's Budgens outlines plastic-free vision
Budgens retailer Andrew Thornton believes his Belsize Park store will be “virtually” plastic-free within three years and has challenged retailers and manufacturers to follow suit in his vision to reduce plastic packaging.
Rates no longer apply to external ATMs following court ruling
Retailers will no longer have to pay business rates for ATMs outside their shops, following a court ruling.
MPs to debate petition calling for plastic-free supermarket options
Parliament will today (Monday) debate a petition calling for supermarkets to be required to offer a plastic-free packaging option for all their fruit and vegetables.
Store closures "dramatically" outstripping openings
The pace of store closures “dramatically outstripped openings” in the first half of 2018, with a net 151 convenience stores disappearing from the UK’s top 500 high streets, according to Local Data Company (LDC) data.
Cofresh extends Grills range with new flavours
Cofresh has relaunched its Grills snack range with the addition of three new flavours and new-look packaging.
Lambrini launches 'Win Our Mini' competition
To celebrate its British roots, Lambrini has launched a limited-edition line-up of bottle wraps and competition to win a Mini Cooper.
Three new desserts added to Spar own brand
Spar has unveiled a new range of dessert pots, in a move to drive growth in the continental desserts sector.
Cadbury festive ad celebrates Secret Santa gifting
Cadbury has unveiled a new Christmas campaign encouraging families across the UK to become a Secret Santa.
Thornton's Budgens, Belsize Park Video
Owner Andrew Thornton discusses his vision to eliminate plastic packaging in store, and urges the backing of manufacturers and retailers.
Beating hearts
Created by their people for their people, community-owned shops offer a distinctive and increasingly successful retail proposition capitalising on local engagement.
Winter Warmers
Retailers in tourist locations have an advantage when it comes to sales and footfall in the summer months, but what happens when the weather turns and the holiday-makers stay at home? C-Store explores how stores in seasonal areas make the best of the winter season and adapt to changing demands.
Bay Bashir, Go Local, Middlesbrough
Bay Bashir’s five Middlesbrough stores are thriving after he recently switched supplier to Parfetts and joined the wholesaler’s Go Local symbol group.
Spar Market, Pwllheli, Wales
Just over a year ago Conrad Davies embarked on a major revamp of his 3,000sq ft store in Pwllheli in Wales, relaunching it as the first Spar Market store.
Healthy choices
Bans and restrictions are not the correct way to go about tackling obesity, says Linda.
Healthier range, happier shoppers
Understanding the core differences between the average shopper and the healthy snacking shopper is essential, writes HIM’s Zoe Jag-Nathan.
Far-reaching impact?
Last week the Scottish government published a consultation aimed at tackling obesity. We’ve seen a number of policies start in Scotland then become law in Westminster, says James.
Legends of the Fall
With the summer gone and Christmas yet to come, our Champions reveal how they manage to drive footfall during the autumn months.
