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Greens Retail on track to hit sales goals

Greens Retail MD Harris Aslam discusses how the business will hit its £100m sales goal

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How I’m saving £6,000 a year with my new green chillers

Sunder Sandher explains how energy efficient units are better for the environment - and his bottom line

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David Knight unveils new-look Budgens store

A major refit at David Knight’s Budgens in West Sussex has been two years in the making and the retailer wasn’t going to let Covid-19 stop him realising his dream store. 

Rising Costs Crisis

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Aaron Gray announces closure of Vivo Essentials Greenisland

After five-and-a-half years at the helm, rising costs are forcing him to close the store

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Daniel Wilson talks rising costs and £50,000 food waste savings

The One Stop franchisee reviews his 19-strong convenience estate and reveals plans to future proof the business

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Mital Morar to close Stretford Foodhall

He said covid and inflation drained the business and that “we have no more left in the tank”

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Retailer in dispute with EDF over energy usage

Sukhbinder Singh and EDF Energy are at odds over energy usage at his store

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Energy supply dispute causing high bills

The failure to recognise a contract transfer has caused excessively high bills for a retailer

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Energy supplier confusion causes frustration for retailer

Serge Notay’s experiences with Scottish and Southern Electricity has led to frustration for the retailer

Advice Guides

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What are the challenges and opportunities for retailers in 2023?

James Lowman of the ACS looks at some of the challenges facing retailers over the next year

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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