All Convenience Store articles in 22 October 2011
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News
Councils urged to save struggling shops
A rallying cry has been issued to parish councils calling on them to safeguard struggling village shops and pubs.
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NewsSickness absences bad for business health
The government has been called on to introduce a small employer’s relief for the recovery of statutory sick pay.
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Rent it Here hits 300 store mark
The Webb Group has reached the 300 store mark for its Rent it Here DVD network.
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NewsMinimum wage freeze urged for 2012
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has warned the Low Pay Commission (LPC) that any further increase in the National Minimum Wage will cost jobs and discourage investment in the convenience store sector.
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NewsScottish government proposes minimum pricing
The Scottish Government is re-attempting to introduce minimum pricing for a unit of alcohol after similar proposals were rejected by ministers in the last Parliament.
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James Hall extends Spar lunchtime range
James Hall & Co. has revamped its Spar sandwich and wraps range to capitalise on the lunchtime meal deal opportunity.
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Counterfeit whisky under the spotlight
A new method for detecting counterfeit whisky has been developed by scientists in Scotland.
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Advice Guide
Welsh retailers praised for plastic bag success
Environment minister John Griffiths has paid tribute to retailers in Wales for their help in implementing the plastic bag charge.
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News
ACS seeks evidence of rates rise impact
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) is seeking evidence from retailers to help its case to the Chancellor for a one-off reduction on the increase in business rates.
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Advice Guide
Lowman urges Clegg to act on red tape
The Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg has been called upon by Association of Convenience Stores chief executive James Lowman to do more to reduce red tape for small businesses
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Advice Guide
Fireworks legislation warning for retailers
Retailers planning to sell fireworks over the Halloween period are reminded to be wary of legislation regarding storage and sales.
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Advice Guide
More stores put scores on doors
Portsmouth has become the 170th area to roll out the Food Standards Agency’s (FSA) Food Hygiene Rating Scheme.
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News
Fears over Asda supermarket plan
Asda will keep re-submitting plans for a supermarket in the town of Marple, near Stockport, even though the council will “definitely” refuse planning permission, according to campaigners.
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News
Appleby Westward closes door on Eurospar
Appleby Westward is to close its third and final Eurospar store, in Liskeard, Cornwall, with the loss of 24 jobs.