All ACS articles – Page 16
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Features and analysisParliamentary Inquiry into violence and abuse towards retail workers launched
A Parliamentary Inquiry into violence and abuse towards retail workers and responsive action to it has been launched.
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Features and analysisHow is HMRC going to tackle illicit tobacco?
HMRC has put forward proposals to take on the illicit tobacco trade in the UK. We break down the proposals.
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Features and analysisWhat are shoppers looking for post-Brexit?
The transition period deadline is approaching fast, how will shoppers react and how can retailers capitalise?
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OpinionThe Spending Review and what it means for convenience
The government’s Spending Review 2020 had some interesting repercussions for retailers. James Lowman of the Association of Convenience Stores outlined its impact.
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Features and analysisSpending Review 2020: how does it impact retailers?
The government has unveiled its Spending Review for 2020. What does this mean for convenience retailers?
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Features and analysisRetailers prepare to step up for second lockdown
The government’s announcement of a second national lockdown, which will take place from 5 November to 2 December, has prompted the retail sector to prepare for another surge of demand.
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Features and analysisClarity demanded over Nottingham lockdown restrictions
Additional lockdown restrictions in Nottingham have raised concerns among the retail industry.
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NewsWelsh guidance on firebreak product restrictions published
Mere hours before the 6pm deadline, the Welsh government has published guidance for retailers on what products they can and can’t sell during the firebreak lockdown.
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Features and analysisWelsh government’s non-essential product restrictions spark industry fury
Proposals to restrict the produces sold in stores in Wales as it heads into a ‘firebreak’ lockdown have sparked anger and confusion from the industry.
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Features and analysisCash debate to continue as government sets out protection plan
Cash may not be counted out just yet as government launches plans to protect it in the UK.
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Features and analysisACS creates Raj Aggarwal Trophy to recognise community retailers
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has unveiled a new trophy to mark the legacy of independent retailer Raj Aggarwal.
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Features and analysisRetail industry appeals for shop worker protection
The retail industry has made yet another appeal for more support for staff against violence and abuse.
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OpinionHow convenience can emerge from coronavirus even stronger
What have been the key learnings from the first six months of the pandemic and what’s next? James Lowman of the ACS looks at the positives.
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Features and analysisHow has face covering guidance changed in England?
Retail staff in stores in England are required to wear face coverings to help prevent the spread of coronavirus.
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Features and analysisBitter disappointment towards government inaction on worker abuse
The government’s response to a petition urging more protection for shop workers has sparked disappointment and outrage. What’s next for the campaign?
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Features and analysisACS Local Shops Report: How has coronavirus changed the sector?
Lockdown has changed the retail sector but what has been the impact on convenience?
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NewsConvenience store sector generates £44.7bn in sales
The convenience sector generated £44.7bn in sales over the last year, with two-thirds of stores reporting an increase in sales during lockdown.
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NewsACS promotes guidance for disabled customers
The ACS is promoting new guidance for retailers on meeting legal requirements towards disabled customers.
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Advice GuideHow to prepare for looming school traffic
Flows of school traffic are set to pour into store aisles come early September. Are you ready?
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Features and analysisCash no longer king as contactless proves untouchable
The move away from cash transactions has been sped up by coronavius as people expect to use card payments more often. But should we count out cash just yet?