All articles by Aidan Fortune – Page 2
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Features and analysisSpar’s BIG Deals of Christmas returns for 2025
Spar has launched its third annual BIG Deals of Christmas campaign, offering weekly deals from leading brands across England, Scotland and Wales until 1 January 2026
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Product NewsMars Wrigley cracks open Easter 2026 line-up
Mars Wrigley has unveiled its NPD line-up for Easter 2026
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NewsCall for regulations on nicotine pouches
New research has revealed overwhelming public support for regulations surrounding nicotine pouches
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Product NewsNirvana’s Chocolate Milk Stout returns for winter
Alcohol-free brand Nirvana Brewery has brought back its Chocolate Milk Stout (0.5% ABV) in time for winter
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NewsUK DMO appoints chief executive officer to manage DRS
The UK Deposit Management Organisation has appointed Russell Davies as its chief executive officer
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NewsSmoking rates hit historic low as e-cigs overtake tobacco
Smoking rates among UK adults have dropped to a record low of 10.6%, with e-cigarette daily users now outnumbering traditional smokers for the first time, according to new ONS data.
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Product NewsCountry Choice launches 2025 festive range
Country Choice has unveiled its festive range for 2025 that includes the addition of two new sweet treats and four savouries
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Product NewsPro Plus aims for success with Bullseye sponsorship
Lanes Health has announced that its Pro Plus range of caffeine supplements to support energy and focus is sponsoring the new series of ITV’s Bullseye
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NewsRetail staff share stories of abuse from customers
Shop workers have shared their experiences of physical and verbal abuse from customers as part of the Let’s Respect Retail campaign
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NewsShop staff abuse rises as 77% face intimidating behaviour from customers
New research reveals 77% of shop workers experienced intimidating behaviour in the past year, with weekly attacks up 10% as Retail Trust launches Let’s Respect Retail for Christmas
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Product NewsUrban Eat partners with Teenage Cancer Trust for festive range
Urban Eat is getting into the festive spirit by partnering with the Teenage Cancer Trust for the launch of its limited-edition Festive range
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NewsImperial calls on retailers to have their say on Tobacco & Vapes Bill
Imperial Brands is encouraging retailers to participate in a Government consultation that could determine the structure of a new retail licensing scheme for nicotine products across England, Wales and Northern Ireland
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Product NewsBrewDog spoofs own controversies in new marketing campaign
BrewDog has launched a nationwide marketing campaign that parodies the tabloid headlines that have followed the brand
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Product News£10,000 up for grabs in new Kellanova retailer competition
Kellanova has announced the launch of a new festive campaign, offering one lucky retailer a chance to win £10,000 in cash
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Features and analysisValli Forecourts opens new Spar store in Durham
Valli Forecourts Ltd has launched its 17th forecourt, featuring a brand-new Spar store at Stanley Service Station in County Durham
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Product NewsHavana Club teams up with Martine Rose for limited edition bottle
Havana Club has launched a limited-edition Añejo 7 Años bottle designed in partnership with fashion designer Martine Rose, celebrating Caribbean heritage and creativity
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Product NewsMonster Energy Call of Duty promotion returns for Black Ops 7 launch
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has announced the return of Monster Energy’s popular promotion in partnership with Call of Duty
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NewsHighland Group renews partnership with Co-op Wholesale
Forecourt operator, Highland Group, has renewed its partnership with Co-op Wholesale
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Products In DepthFive things you need to know about Winter Remedies
With UK pharmacy numbers falling, convenience stores have a growing opportunity to capture over-the-counter medicine sales as consumers embrace year-round self-care and seek trusted brands for health and wellness products
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NewsHealthier eating drives shopper penetration in convenience
New research from Lumina Intelligence reveals that planned top-up shopping and increased demand for healthier products have boosted shopper penetration across the convenience channel, though average basket sizes and spend declined during Q3