All Convenience Store articles in 18 July 2009 – Page 3

  • Product News

    Stocklines: Gordon's back

    2009-07-24T00:00:00Z

    Diageo has unveiled a new ad for Gordon's Gin featuring chef Gordon Ramsay. It is running on TV as well as on screens in more than 16 UK train stations. The ad is the first part of the brand's 'Start something special' marketing strategy. It is also...

  • Product News

    For babies and toddlers, mum's the word

    2009-07-24T00:00:00Z

    The baby market is big business, but are c-stores getting their fair share? Tracy West finds out what to stock and how best to merchandise it

  • News

    Anti-smoking group targets local shops

    2009-07-24T00:00:00Z

    ASH (Action on Smoking and Health) Scotland is calling on the public to write to their local shop if they are in favour of the removal of tobacco displays. The lobby group has launched a campaign urging the public to ask retailers to support…

  • News

    Scotland and NI may adopt bag charge

    2009-07-24T00:00:00Z

    Scotland and Northern Ireland could join Wales in introducing a mandatory charge for single-use plastic bags.

  • News

    Nisa invests in adding to store numbers

    2009-07-24T00:00:00Z

    Nisa-Today's plans to plough more than £6m into the symbol group this financial year, including converting 240 stores to the new Nisa fascia and recruiting 150 new members by the end of March 2010.

  • Product News

    Pounds add profits to fresh produce

    2009-07-24T00:00:00Z

    Budgens retailers are reaping the rewards of eye-catching £1 deals on fresh produce, which have prompted sales to grow six-fold.

  • News

    Time for action

    2009-07-24T00:00:00Z

    An independent retailer has a plan to change MPs' minds on a tobacco display ban - but we must act fast to show we're the good guys, he says

  • Product News

    Tractor action

    2009-07-24T00:00:00Z

    Tyrrells' first ever on-pack promotion gives consumers the opportunity to win a Massey Ferguson tractor.

  • News

    Change4Life stores reap the rewards

    2009-07-24T00:00:00Z

    Positive results mean healthy eating scheme is extending to more stores. More than 100 convenience stores in the North East of England are now participating in the government's Change4Life healthy living campaign, and reaping the rewards of...

  • News

    55,000 back local trade campaign

    2009-07-24T00:00:00Z

    The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has delivered a 55,000-strong petition to Downing Street to demand government action to protect local businesses.

  • News

    Underage National Lottery sales hit record low

    2009-07-22T00:00:00Z

    The number of children claiming to buy National Lottery tickets has fallen to the lowest level ever.

  • SHOPLIFTING
    Features and analysis

    Straw tightens shop crime penalties

    2009-07-21T00:00:00Z

    New tougher penalties for shoplifters have been announced by Justice Secretary Jack Straw.

  • News

    The big deal

    2009-07-21T00:00:00Z

    The news distribution merry-go-round is costing Hastings retailer Dave Newman time and money

  • News

    Regional calls for bag charge

    2009-07-21T00:00:00Z

    Scotland and Northern Ireland could join Wales in introducing a mandatory charge for plastic bags.

  • News

    Licensing delays could stop Scottish alcohol sales

    2009-07-21T00:00:00Z

    Retailers in Scotland fear they may not be able to sell alcohol after September 1 because of delays in the processing of new licensing applications.

  • Product News

    Fruitful profits from Change4Life

    2009-07-21T00:00:00Z

    More than 100 convenience stores in the North East of England are now participating in the government’s Change 4 Life anti-obesity campaign, and reaping the rewards of stocking a healthier range.

  • News

    Crunch Buster cleans up at £1

    2009-07-21T00:00:00Z

    Colgate, Dettol, Harpic and Mr Sheen are among the 17 brand-name products added to wholesale group Bestway and Batleys' £1 consumer range.

  • Product News

    Wispa’s Gold Rush

    2009-07-20T00:00:00Z

    Cadbury’s Wispa Gold – Wispa chocolate with a layer of caramel – is returning for a limited run from September 14.

  • Product News

    Henderson's crisp drum roll

    2009-07-20T00:00:00Z

    Henderson’s Yorkshire Sauce flavoured crisps have been  launched in 100g re-sealable drums.