All ACS articles – Page 8
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Features and analysisBudget 2024: What do the trade bodies want from the Autumn Statement?
Ahead of the Autumn Statement on 30 October, Convenience Store examines what the sector wants from the new government
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Features and analysisACS warns against national insurance rises in Budget
The ACS has urged the Government to avoid adding to the cost of employer National Insurance Contributions ahead of the Budget
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Features and analysisACS expresses concern for local shops over Employment Rights Bill
The Government has published the new Employment Rights Bill, outlining employment reforms
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Features and analysisScottish c-stores invested over 50% more in 2024, injecting £94m into their businesses
The Scottish Local Shop Report 2024 was launched at the SGF’s Annual Conference.
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Features and analysisACS urges Welsh and Scottish retailers to prepare for disposable vape ban
The Association of Convenience Stores is encouraging retailers to begin preparations for selling through disposable vaping products
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Features and analysisACS calls on Chancellor to support growth and investment in submission to Autumn Budget
The ACS is calling for conditions that will help retailers continue to invest in their businesses
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Features and analysisInvestment in UK convenience reaches £1bn for first time ever
The ACS Local Shop Report 2024 has revealed that the level of investment in the convenience sector has reached £1bn
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Features and analysisACS gives evidence on shoplifting at Justice and Home Affairs Committee meeting
The Justice and Home Affairs Committee held its second and third sessions, hearing from the ACS
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Features and analysisAdvice for retailers who shut shops due to riots
Insurance advice for those who closed for potential riots that didn’t happen
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Features and analysisACS urges retailers to prioritise safety following increase in violence and looting
ACS chief executive James Lowman told Convenience Store that it’s particularly important to get colleagues away before any violence unfolds
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Features and analysisWhat support is available for riot-damaged stores?
In response to the devastating scenes of violence over the past week, Convenience Store has gathered a list of support and resources available for retailers
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Features and analysisACS welcomes statement on cash availability in local communities
The Association of Convenience Stores has welcomed the latest statement from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) on the importance of access to cash in communities
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Features and analysisConvenience stores key to promoting local growth
New research from the ACS has highlighted the importance of the sector in local communities
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Features and analysisRetailers urged to engage with new MPs by the ACS
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has called on retailers to use the election result as an opportunity to engage with their MPs
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Features and analysisAman Uppal on why attending industry events is key to sales success
Aman Uppal explains how attending industry events can help improve your offering
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Features and analysisWelsh Government publishes details of HFSS restrictions
The draft regulations outline how the Welsh Government intends to restrict the promotion and location of HFSS products in stores
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Features and analysisTrading Standards needs budget boost to tackle illegal vape sellers
An analysis commissioned by the ACS found that the Trading Standards needs a significant funding injection of £168,340,000 over five years if it is to fully enforce vape legislation across the UK
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Features and analysisMore illicit tobacco enforcement urged by ACS
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has called on the next government to improve enforcement against the illicit tobacco trade
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Features and analysisScottish Government acknowledges enforcement in response to single-use vape consultation
It comes as the Scottish Government has published its response to the consultation on details surrounding the introduction of a ban on disposable vaping products
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Features and analysisRole of c-stores as an employer highlighted by new research
In its evidence to the Low Pay Commission, the ACS has highlighted the importance of convenience stores as a source of ememployment