All Convenience Store articles in 24 January 2020 – Page 4
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NewsSimply Fresh trials Sainsbury’s supply deal at West London store
Simply Fresh has launched a trial with Sainsbury’s to stock around 2,000 of the supermarket group’s own label and branded products at its Old Oak Lane store in Willesden, London.
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NewsCentral England Co-op reports 3.5% rise in Christmas sales
Central England Co-op is the latest regional Co-op society to announce positive festive results, with sales up by 3.5% in the three weeks ending 4 January.
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Product NewsStrongbow to launch first ultra-low alcohol variant
Cider brand Strongbow has unveiled its first ultra-low alcohol line, Strongbow Dark Fruit 0.5%.
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NewsGovernment under mounting pressure to take action on retail violence
The industry has reiterated calls to the government to take action to tackle violence and abuse towards shopworkers.
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NewsLocal range fuels Lincolnshire Co-op’s seasonal sales boost
Lincolnshire Co-op has announced a 7.2% rise in food store sales over the festive period from 14 December to 4 January, driven in part by the popularity of its Love Local range.
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Product NewsWKD set to add Dark Fruit variant
SHS Drinks is set to launch WKD Dark Fruit to ensure the brand “remains fresh and relevant to its core 18-24 year-old target market”.
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NewsFresh focus drives festive sales rise at Spar UK
Spar has reported a 2.6% hike in like-for-like retail sales over the Christmas period.
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Product NewsWalkers announces enhancements to its Max snacking range
Walkers has introduced a range of enhancements to its Max sub-brand including new varieties and new-look packaging.
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Product NewsUrban Fruit revamps packaging to appeal to younger audience
The Urban Fruit range has undergone a rebrand in a bid to attract a younger audience to the adult fruit snacking category.
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NewsGreggs launches fast food delivery service with Just Eat
Bakery chain Greggs has teamed up with Just Eat to offer a new and exclusive fast food delivery service, following a trial last year.
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NewsMSPs urged to protect Scottish stores by maintaining uniform rates
Members of Scottish Parliament (MSPs) are being urged to protect small business owners by maintaining the Uniform Business Rate and voting against an amendment which would allow local authorities to set their own rates and impose additional levies and supplements.
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NewsACS joins forces with Alzheimer’s Society in dementia campaign
The ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) has launched a campaign in collaboration with Alzheimer’s Society to help convenience retailers better understand and support customers living with dementia.
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NewsScottish One Stop retailer helps win reprieve from “crippling” roadworks
A One Stop franchisee in West Lothian has helped pressurise a gas company into pausing roadworks that were crippling her business.
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Product NewsQuorn unveils carbon footprint campaign
Quorn is embarking on a multi-million pound campaign to help consumers take a ‘Step in the Right Direction’ when it comes to sustainable food choices and the fight against climate change.
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NewsUK high street footfall declined by -3.5% in December
High street footfall declined by -3.5% in the UK in December, according to new Springboard data.
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NewsAmount of sugar sold in soft drinks drops by -29%, study reveals
The total amount of sugar sold in soft drinks in the UK dropped by -29% between 2015-2018, according to new research demonstrating how public health improvements can be “consistent with successful business practices”.
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Product NewsNestlé goes for gold with latest KitKat
Nestlé is giving its biggest confectionery brand a new variant: KitKat Gold.
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Product NewsVegan British Spelt pasta hits shelves
British firm Sharpham Park has introduced a range of pasta using organic Spelt and available-in-home compostable packaging.
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NewsSouthern Co-op launches £100,000 fund aimed at reducing retail crime
The Southern Co-op has launched a £100,000 Safer Neighborhood Fund aimed at reducing retail crime.
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Product NewsPip & Nut adds new almond butter variant
Pip & Nut has unveiled its latest limited edition: a Blueberry Trail Mix Almond butter.