All Convenience Store articles in 3 August 2012 – Page 2
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Dear Jac
An Olympic battle
If you have ever had roadworks outside your store you’ll spare a thought for Julian Taylor-Green.
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NewsGovernment urged to follow Welsh plastic bag model
In the wake of repeated calls for a plastic bag levy to be introduced in England, Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) chief executive James Lowman urged government to follow the Welsh model if a charge was absolutely necessary.
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Product NewsSunblest unveils price-marked range
Allied Bakeries has introduced a range of Sunblest price-marked packs. Chocolate Chip Muffins, Double Chocolate Muffins and Fruited Scones…
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Product NewsJack Link's extends snacks range
Jack Link’s has extended its range of meat snacks to include a new flavour. Curry Chicken Bites are available in 25g (rrp: £1.99) and 75g (£3.99) sizes…
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Tune in and pay the piper
I can only assume that PPL is mounting a new drive to collect music licence fees since, as this is being written, I’ve received two calls from two Mr Patels in two days.
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You have to post online
You might think from reading past columns that all subpostmasters hate the Post Office - and indeed, many do when it comes to its glitchy Horizon accounting system.
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The duty of care is down to you
Back in May I included a couple of stories about three retailers complaining over broadband switching delays and the subsequent screwing up of their Redcare alarm systems.
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An awkward customer
Hot on the heels of the Ribenagate story that I’ve run in the last couple of issues (very ‘ill’ customer wanting thousands in compensation) comes another try-on, or is it just a grudge?
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NewsLondis retailers go for gold with promotional bays
Dedicated ‘gold end’ promotional bays at the front of Londis stores are helping retailers rack up impressive sales growth.
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Product NewsFray Bentos launches soup range
Fray Bentos has unveiled a new range of canned soups. This marks the first new product development from the brand since it was acquired by Baxters Food Group…
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NewsFake cigarettes and alcohol top seizure list
Seizures of counterfeit goods, including tobacco and alcohol, by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have reached a three year high according to the annual Intellectual Property (IP) Crime Report.
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NewsNFRN offered electronic cigarette opportunity
The National Federation of Retail Newsagents (NFRN) has agreed a deal with Nicolites to help members enter the electronic cigarette market.
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Product NewsCCE targets independents with smaller Oasis case
Coca-Cola Enterprises has introduced Oasis in 12-pack shrink wrap cases to help retailers manage their stockroom space more effectively.
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NewsSunshine softens Sunday trading relaxation impact
The warm weather helped soften the blow of the temporary relaxation of Sunday trading laws
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Product NewsKraft adds price flashes to Picnic and Chocos
Kraft Foods is meeting consumer demand for value for money with pricemarked packs (PMPs) of Cadbury Picnic and Chocos.
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Advice GuideNCS Community Fund
Thanks to an initiative launched at this year’s National Convenience Show, some lucky retailers received financial help to plan community get-togethers.
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NewsGet motivated!
Struggling to motivate your team? You’re not alone. Aidan Fortune speaks to leading retailers on how to get the best from your staff.
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NewsNisa delivers record surplus rebate to members
Nisa has announced an increased level of surplus rebate to be paid to its retail members, following a strong year of trading
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Features and analysisCanned soup: In the can
While soup branches out into other formats, many manufacturers are happy to keep their products in cans. Kate Miller looks at the market.
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NewsMilitary ID can now be used as proof of age
Retailers can now accept military ID as proof of age for alcohol, tobacco and other age-restricted products, following a change in Ministry of Defence (MOD) policy.
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