All Convenience Store articles in 8 May 2020 – Page 2
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NewsCoronavirus: Warning over fake facemasks and sanitisers
Retailers are being cautioned to stick to trusted sources of supply when purchasing personal protective equipment (PPE) such as facemasks, gloves and sanitisers for staff and for sale to customers, to avoid falling foul of fake products.
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NewsMillions of illicit cigarettes seized in joint agency raid
Eight million suspected illicit cigarettes, destined for sale in Northern Ireland and beyond, have been seized during a Joint Agency Task Force operation in Co Armagh.
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NewsLocal store celebrates frontline heroes with Superhero Day
Local shoppers have shown their appreciation and support for the team at Bobby Singh’s BB Nevison Superstore & Post Office in Pontefract, West Yorkshire, after they held a “Superhero Day” to celebrate the frontline heroes of the coronavirus pandemic on Saturday 30 May.
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NewsValue for money growing in importance while consumers cook at home
Value for money is growing in importance as families continue to eat meals inside the home during the ongoing lockdown period, according to new data from HIM and MCA Insight.
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NewsConsumer survey shows importance of local convenience store
As many as 52% of consumers believe their local convenience store has become more important to them since lockdown measures were introduced, with 59% of consumers saying convenience stores have become more important to their communities as a whole, according to a new study by TWC.
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NewsBP to pay store staff the Real Living Wage
BP has decided to adopt the Real Living Wage (RLW) for all of its directly-employed UK retail staff.
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NewsNew terminal rollout contributes to sales and revenue growth at PayPoint
PayPoint One was live in 16,098 sites as at 31 March 2020, an increase of 3,217 year-on-year, with 98.9% of PayPoint’s independent retailer partners now using the platform, according to the company’s preliminary annual results.
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Interviews and ProfilesTaking care of our community in lockdown
Newry-based Eurospar Mulkerns store manager Aaron and general manager Kelly have ensured that their community can count on them in a crisis
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Product NewsPerfectly Clear to hit TV screens in June following brand relaunch
Flavoured water brand Perfectly Clear is set to hit TV screens on 1 June as part of a new prime-time campaign.
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Product NewsLockdown diaries: home bakers get more ambitious, and stationery surges
Fancy home-bakes and the ebay sales boom are boosting sales momentum at Bobby Singh’s BB Nevison Superstore & Post Office in Pontefract, West Yorkshire.
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NewsNFRN to trial Jisp digital commerce app in member stores
The Federation of Independent Retailers (NFRN) has signed an agreement with mobile app Jisp which will see a number of independent retailers trialling a suite of ecommerce solutions over the coming weeks.
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Product NewsInsane Grain snacks target health conscious consumers
The nutritious puffs, which are made from ancient supergrain sorghum, will appeal to those looking for a healthy snack.
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NewsVape stores among those to re-open for business on 15 June when lockdown eases
Vape shops will be allowed to re-open for business on 15 June following three months of closure under the UK lockdown legislation.
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Product NewsAuthentic Thai sauces and snacks from Surya Foods
Surya Foods is introducing a range of hot sauces and snacks under the Thai Dragon label.
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Product NewsBarefoot introduces fruity wine seltzer option
Californian wine brand Barefoot is introducing a wine seltzer range to the UK, in two flavours.
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Product NewsPetit Filous targets parents with multi-million pound Goodness campaign
Kids’ yogurt brand Petit Filous is highlighting the health credentials of its core range with its new Goodness campaign.
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Product NewsFroneri expands Extrȇme cone range with Brownies & Cream
Froneri has grown its indulgent Extrȇme ice cream range with the launch of a new Brownies & Cream flavoured cone.
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NewsRetailers report “chaos” and “confusion” following menthol ban
Retailers are reporting widespread consumer confusion and frustration following the ban on menthol and capsule cigarettes on 20 May.
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NewsCostcutter back in the black after “outstanding year”
Costcutter Supermarkets Group (CSG) has returned to profit on the back of a strong year of sales, according to results filed at Companies House this week.
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Product NewsTic Tac teams up with Coca-Cola for latest sweet launch
For a limited time only, Ferrero is releasing Tic Tac Coca-Cola.