All ACS articles – Page 17
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Features and analysisACS launches HFSS operations survey
Feedback from retailers and suppliers on HFSS is being by the ACS
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Features and analysisAction needed to take on repeat offenders against retail staff
The retail industry has called on the government to carry out action on tackling repeat offending.
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Features and analysisGovernment criticised for retail staff exclusion from self-isolation changes
The government has come under fire for not including shop workers in changes to self-isolation guidelines.
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Features and analysisMore time needed for retailers to make HFSS changes
The planned HFSS restrictions have been delayed to October 2022 however that is still not enough time, insists ACS.
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Features and analysisClarity needed on relaxation of Covid-19 measures
Confusion over the relaxation of measures has led to frustration for the retail sector.
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Features and analysisGovernment to extend HGV drivers’ hours in a bid to ease supply chain pressures
HGV drivers’ hours will be temporarily extended from 12 July until 8 August.
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Features and analysisIndustry backlash as MPs vote against Policing Bill amendment to protect retail workers
The government’s decision to vote down of an amendment to the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill that would have made attacking a retail worker a separate offence has been criticised by the industry.
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Features and analysisBusiness rates revaluations changes proposed by government
A new consultation has been launched by the government on moving business rates revaluations from every five years to three.
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Features and analysisHFSS advertising ban details revealed by government
Details of advertising restriction on HFSS products have been unveiled but no information given on store restrictions.
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Features and analysisMPs urged to create new offence for assaulting shop workers
The ACS has demanded that those who attack retail workers face tougher penalties.
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Features and analysisCaution urged on National Living Wage increases
The Low Pay Commission has been advised to consider the impact of the pandemic when deciding on any new rates.
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Features and analysisACS urges cost-neutral deposit return scheme for retailers
In its submission to the latest DRS consultation, the ACS warned that the scheme shouldn’t be costly for retailers.
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Features and analysisNew retail energy market for microbusinesses consultation launched
Ofgem hopes to improve the experience of microbusinesses in the retail energy market.
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Features and analysisACS launches Raj Aggarwal Trophy
The award has been crearted to celebrate outstanding community retailers.
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Features and analysisNew HMRC checks on tobacco track and trace system
Retailers have until 27 June 2021 to ensure that they are properly registered for the UK track and trace system.
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Features and analysisACS calls for regulation reform for local shops
The ACS has called on a government taskforce to reform regulations so that it supports business growth.
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Features and analysisIncrease to Scottish plastic bag charge comes into effect 1 April
The minimum price of a single-use carrier bag (SUCB) in Scotland will be increasing from 5p to 10p from 1 April.
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Features and analysisGovernment called on to expand home testing to convenience stores
The government has been called on to expand home testing to include local shops.
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Advice GuideHow to deal with an abusive customer
Retailers and their staff are too often the target for abuse. Do you know how to diffuse a situation or how to report it properly?
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Features and analysisDeposit Return Scheme set to be delayed until 2024
The government has launched a second consultation on the Deposit Return Scheme.