All articles by Aidan Fortune – Page 95
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Features and analysis
Refit for purpose
Keeping your store looking as up to date as possible is a key factor in running a successful business. Even a simple refit of the shelving and fixtures can do wonders for a store and will impress your customers
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News
EuroMillions to hit the jackpot
Retailers can expect a rush on sales of EuroMillions tickets this week as a Mega Jackpot Draw with a top price of £85m takes place this Friday
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Features and analysis
Assaulted for refusing alcohol sale
Three teenagers have been jailed for 18 months each for two attacks on Bristol retailers.
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News
Calls for responsible approach to DVD loophole
Retailers who sell and rent DVDs have been advised to continue following age-restriction guidelines despite the discovery of a legal loophole which means they cannot be prosecuted for selling or renting Cert 18 movies and video games to children.
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Product News
DVD age restriction loophole revealed
Retailers who sell and rent DVDs have been advised to continue following age-restriction guidelines despite the discovery of a legal loophole which means they cannot be prosecuted for selling Cert 18 movies to children.
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Product News
Hello sunshine
There were high hopes for the summer of 2009 and we have managed the odd day of hot weather, giving soft drinks manufacturers a ray of hope.
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News
Authorities urged to aid independent shops
Local authorities are being urged to ensure that independent retailers have the opportunity to serve their communities, as a survey reveals that 80% of people have to travel outside their local area to meet basic shopping needs.
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News
Rates deferral scheme begins
Retailers can now apply for the business rates scheme that allows the deferral of 60% of this year’s increase in rate bills.
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News
Lack of credit for retailers
Small businesses are suffering due to a lack of credit from banks, with 39.1% more liquidations in the second quarter of 2009 than in the same period of 2008.
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News
A beginner’s guide to food to go
Thinking about moving into food to go? Aidan Fortune has some expert advice.
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Features and analysis
£3000 grant available for security equipment
Small store owners will be able to apply for funding for new security equipment from later this month.
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News
CC requests grocery ombudsman
The Competition Commission (CC) has called upon government to establish a grocery ombudsman.
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News
MPs concerned over need test removal
An influential group of MPs have called for the need test to remain as part of the retail planning process.
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News
Scotland and NI may adopt bag charge
Scotland and Northern Ireland could join Wales in introducing a mandatory charge for single-use plastic bags.
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News
Boost sales, not costs
Aidan Fortune visits a store where a simple shelf makeover has added to sales with no increase in costs
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News
MPs demand POs get more services
Government must do more to help local post offices, says a new report by the Business and Enterprise Select Committee. Post Offices - Securing Their Future, an investigation of the Post Office network and the role it plays in communities,...
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News
MPs rally in support of newsagents
Newsagents who fear they will be "at the mercy of monopolies" if government does not intervene in the news and magazine supply chain have gathered the support of MPs in their call for a fairer deal for small stores.
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News
Underage National Lottery sales hit record low
The number of children claiming to buy National Lottery tickets has fallen to the lowest level ever.
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News
Crunch Buster cleans up at £1
Colgate, Dettol, Harpic and Mr Sheen are among the 17 brand-name products added to wholesale group Bestway and Batleys' £1 consumer range.
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News
Regional calls for bag charge
Scotland and Northern Ireland could join Wales in introducing a mandatory charge for plastic bags.