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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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Local shops call on Chancellor to act on cost of trading in October’s Budget

The ACS has called on Chancellor John Healey to take action on the key issues affecting convenience stores

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The ACS highlights the importance of flexible working for retailers

ACS reponds to Department for Business, Innovation, Science & Trade’s consultation on reforming zero hours contracts

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Fed condemns The Observer’s upcoming retailer margin cut

A 1.5% drop in sales margin will affect retailers stocking The Observer from 13 September

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James Wild MP meets Fed member Neil Godhania at new Norfolk shop

Shadow Treasury Minister, James Wild MP, met with Fed member Neil Godhania at Heacham Stores

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Energy bill contract confusion proves costly for retailer

Jac Roper helps resolve a retailer’s issue with his energy supplier

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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

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