All articles by Aidan Fortune – Page 31
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Features and analysisSenior appointment made by Jisp
Alex Rimmer has been appointed head of communications and marketing at Jisp
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Features and analysisGovernment to launch illegal vape task force
The illicit vapes ‘enforcement squad’ will be led by Trading Standards
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Features and analysisAsda appoints CBRE to aid with store expansion plan
The retailer hopes to open 300 Asda Express stores by the end of 2026
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Features and analysisConsumers moving towards more affordable Easter eggs
New research has found that shoppers are looking for better value when it comes to Easter eggs
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Features and analysisPhilip Morris appoints new director of commercial operations
John Rennie has been with the business for nearly 14 years
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Features and analysisNisa simplifies Fresh Rewards rebate scheme
Nisa has simplified its Fresh Rewards rebate scheme, as part of its strategy to give independent retailers the opportunity to be rewarded financially
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Features and analysisGroceryAid launches new awareness campaign promoting 24/7 support
GroceryAid has unveiled its new awareness campaign ’Always Open’
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Features and analysisCalls made for better regulation of small business energy market
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has highlighted the need for stronger regulations on energy suppliers that would provide businesses with clear and transparent information
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Features and analysisLegislation to reform business rates has First Reading
The new legislation aims to improve the accuracy of business rates bills for local shops
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Features and analysisUKVIA urges £10,000 fine for under-age vape sales
The UKVIA wants on-the-spot fines of £10,000 for retailers caught selling vape products to those under the age of 18
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Features and analysisAlmost half of Scottish retailers unsure about approach to DRS
Research by the ACS has found 47% of retailers in Scotland are unsure about how they will approach DRS
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Features and analysisUKVIA warns of ‘glaring failure’ in vaping regulations
The UKVIA has warned that public confidence in the vape category has been damaged by non-compliance
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Features and analysisMiddlesbrough store selling illicit tobacco issued with Closure Order
5,750 illicit cigarettes and 2.1kg of illicit hand-rolling tobacco were found at the store
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Features and analysisParfetts opens new Birmingham depot as part of growth plans
The new depot in Birmingham is part of Parfetts’ national expansion plans
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Features and analysisVape sector hits back at BAT compliance research
The Independent British Vape Trade Association has expressed concern over the impact of recent BAT research
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Features and analysisGroceryAid Ball 2023 raises £810,000
More than 1,200 guests gathered to support the grocery industry
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Features and analysisRising cost of living will fuel illicit tobacco trade
Research by Philip Morris has warned that cash-strapped consumers will seek out illicit tobacco products
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Features and analysisLack of energy support in Budget sparks dismay among retail industry
The government’s failure to act on rising energy costs has led to warnings over store closures
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Features and analysisSnappy Shopper expands national presence
Snappy Shopper is expanding its coverage by increasing its presence in Walsall, Bentley, Wednesbury, Cannock and Lichfield
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Features and analysisJempson’s partners with Morrisons in ‘Together’ format
Six Jempson’s stores will be rebranded as ‘Together with Morrisons’