All Campaigns articles – Page 2
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NewsThe lines are open
A new Crime Bill may change the way the police enforce the law, but that doesn’t mean retailers should stop communicating with their local force.
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NewsElectrify your profits
A growing number of retailers are investing in a new way to save money on their energy bills and extend the life of their electrical goods. Gaelle Walker finds out more about the potential of voltage optimisation.
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NewsDon't suffer in silence
It may feel like a pointless exercise at times, but failing to report crime will only make it worse.
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NewsSystem failure
A council’s recent planning decision calls into question the government’s stated desire to protect town centres. Robin Mannering reports.
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NewsEnergise your profits
An energy audit of Walter Bush’s store identified potential savings of 25%. Npower is offering six other readers a free energy audit.
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NewsFear factor
Intimidated staff too scared to do their jobs was the scene that greeted manager Matthew Pout. Aidan Fortune examines how the store was turned around.
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NewsVictory in Basingstoke
Mark Buttress took on the might of Tesco and won in front of a government inspector. Robin Mannering charts the two-year journey to victory.
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NewsDee's Bright Idea
Derbyshire retailer Dee Sedani needed some convincing that LED lighting could save him money, but now he is advocating it for the entire industry.
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NewsTough work
Tackling crime is a tough job for any retailer, especially when your store is in a challenging area. Aidan Fortune meets a manager who has reaped the rewards of standing her ground.
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Features and analysisSherborne ultimatum
Tesco must be used to local opposition to its ambitions by now, but even it must have been shocked by the resistance it met from traders and residents in Sherborne. Robin Mannering reports.
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NewsEnergy aware
An Ecomonitor energy survey of Mace Victoria Dock shows that owner Perry has good awareness of his energy usage, but a few small changes could save him more money. Sarah Britton reports
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NewsA brave new world
With police cuts in full swing, businesses are facing up to the reality of trading with reduced support. Aidan Fortune meets a retailer who had to find ways to tackle a rising tide of shoplifting.
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Features and analysisNPPF: A reality check
An out-of-town supermarket application near Soham is a test case for new planning rules. Robin Mannering looks at its implications for the future.
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NewsSouthern Co-op: Friend of the earth
Every inch of The Southern Co-op’s new Chobham store has been designed with energy saving in mind.
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NewsStronger together
A collaborative approach to fighting retail crime is getting results in towns and cities across the UK. Aidan Fortune looks at such schemes and why it is more important than ever that retailers work together
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NewsAll part of the job
Getting involved in your local community is now an essential way to stand your ground, and customers expect it of you. Robin Mannering reports
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NewsWinter warmers
A few simple changes can make a big difference to your energy bills. Gaelle Walker provides these pointers to help you start saving today.
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NewsInside job
Staff theft continues to be a worry for retailers, but there are ways to protect yourself from pilfering employees.
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NewsHere to stay
Julian Holliss tells Gaelle Walker how he turned trading in the shadow of two multiples into an opportunity to restructure his business and grow footfall
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NewsIn the spotlight
An energy audit of retailer Anjali Karpal’s store in West Sussex turned up some electrifying results. How does your store compare?