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USDAW publishes advice on protecting retail staff
To help store owners protect their staff, industry union USDAW has published advice to improve safety in the retail workplace
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How to report an incident to the police
With crime levels rising, retailers need to report every incident that happens at their store
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Underaged sales: how to stay responsible
Asking for identification can create stressful situations, however there are ways of avoiding conflict.
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How to sell fireworks in your store
With Halloween, Diwali and the festive season a key period for fireworks, retailers must be careful to sell them within the correct dates and adhere to safety guidelines for correct storage and sale.
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What you need to know about selling energy drinks
With no legislation on selling energy drinks in place, the pressure is on retailers to be responsible
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How to sell vape products legally in the UK
Confused about what vape products you can sell in your store?
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What are the penalties for selling illicit tobacco?
New sanctions for not following Track and Trace requirements for selling tobacco have come into effect
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What support is available to you and your staff?
GroceryAid offers a variety of support lines to help retailers and their staff
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How to create written terms for staff
Legislation surrounding the hiring of staff can be complex, particularly what you need to provide when they start.
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Who are the Convenience Store Champions?
The Convenience Store Champions is a collection of top retailers from across the sector
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How to keep staff safe in your store
The National Business Crime Centre has launched a series of videos to help shopworkers remain safe
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Five pieces of tech that could save you money
Investing in the right technology can save you money in the long-term
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What Business Rates support is available to me?
Business rates are a major expense for retailers. Are you making best use of the support available?
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How to switch your energy provider
Energy bills are going through the roof for small businesses. We look at how retailers can switch providers
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HFSS: What you need to know
Confused about HFSS? We break down what you need to know to help you stay compliant with this new legislation
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How to prepare for the Calorie Labelling Regulations
Affected convenience stores need to be ready before 6 April
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How to spot a fake £20 note
There are key security features to look out for so you don’t get caught out with a counterfeit £20 note
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How do face covering restrictions differ throughout the UK?
We break down what you need to know when it comes to face coverings throughout the UK.
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What advice is available to retailers on age-restricted sales?
JTI outlines what retailers need to know and what support is available when it comes to tobacco sales.
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How to cut the carbon footprint of your store
Want to improve your carbon footprint? The government has published advice specifically for retailers to help reduce their environmental impact.