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Features and AnalysisConvenience retailers step up to help families during school holidays
The convenience sector has stepped up to help feed families during school holidays following the government’s decision to not extend free school meals during holidays.
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Features and Analysis
Welsh government’s non-essential product restrictions spark industry fury
Proposals to restrict the produces sold in stores in Wales as it heads into a ‘firebreak’ lockdown have sparked anger and confusion from the industry.
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News
Simply Fresh on Sainsbury’s model acquisition trail
Simply Fresh has set out its acquisition goals for new retailers as part of the extension of the Sainsbury’s supply deal.
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Features and Analysis
Halloween preparations dividing retailers
With Covid-19 hitting social gatherings, some retailers are concerned over Halloween preparations.
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Features and Analysis
Scottish retail investment dips while supplier support grows
Scottish retailers have invested £62m in their stores over the past year, according to new research.
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Features and Analysis
Will there be another lockdown sales spike in convenience?
The growth seen in the early days of lockdown in the convenience channel may be behind us but how has the channel performed in recent weeks?
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Opinion
How to improve your operating efficiencies
Richard Inglis of Parkview Retail discusses how he’s changed procedures at the store to improve efficiencies.
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Dear Jac
Beware of business rates cowboys
Jac issues a warning to retailers tempted by cold callers offering business rates savings.
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Features and Analysis
Sustainability in focus at The Convenience Conference
Sustainability in the convenience sector will be under scrutiny at The Convenience Conference.
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News
Last chance to register for The Convenience Awards 2020
Register now to watch The Convenience Awards 2020
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Features and Analysis
Business rates holiday extension debate rages on
The retail industry has called on the government to extend the business rates holiday to help the sector thrive.
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Features and Analysis
Tough times for food to go but hope is in sight
Food to go has had a rough 2020 but the category is expected to bounce back.
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Features and Analysis
Bitter disappointment towards government inaction on worker abuse
The government’s response to a petition urging more protection for shop workers has sparked disappointment and outrage. What’s next for the campaign?
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Features and Analysis
Time to take action on crimes against shop workers
The lack of government action on verbal and physical abuse against shop workers has prompted USDAW to launch a petition demanding stronger legislation.
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Features and Analysis
Store owners share their post-lockdown priorities
With lockdown restrictions loosening, the previously relentless demand on c-stores has eased a little and retailers can now think about other areas of their business.
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Features and Analysis
Microbusiness energy supplier overhaul proposed by Ofgem
A consultation into microbusiness energy supply contracts has been launched by Ofgem but what exactly is the watchdog proposing and how might it help you get the best energy deal?
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Opinion
On Demand Convenience: huge potential but low penetration
Lumina Intelligence’s Sarah Coleman outlines the potential for on demand convenience
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Dear Jac
Looking for a card machine supplier?
Dear Jac asked you all for advice on card machine suppliers and you certainly delivered. Just be sure to check the fine print.
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Features and Analysis
Is it the right time to buy or sell a site?
Retail property specialists Christie & Co has reported record interest in the convenience sector, is it the right time to make a deal?
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Interviews and Profiles
Spar MD Louise Hoste on keeping shelves stocked through the coronavirus pandemic
Spar UK managing director Louise Hoste explains how the group supported retailers in the early days of the lockdown and how it’s adapting its offer to meet changing shopper missions
