All Coronavirus articles – Page 2
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Features and analysisACS launches new vaccine policy posters for local shops
The downloadable posters encourage colleagues to take up their opportunity to have their flu and Covid-19 vaccinations.
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Features and analysisBrexit will have ‘bigger impact than Covid’ on food & drink: Justin King
King suggested there was an inevitability prices would have to rise due to supply chain changes.
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Dear JacRetailer frustration over refusal to wear face masks
Delivery drivers refusing to wear face coverings causes concern for a retailer.
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Interviews and ProfilesHeroes of Lockdown: Pratik Patel and team, Jay’s Budgens, Crofton Park, London
Jay’s Budgens reached out to vulnerable people in their area and ensured that no one went hungry.
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OpinionCreating communities – The future of food and drink retail?
James S Clifton, group CEO of Mission Group, discusses provenance in food and drink retail.
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Features and analysis‘Lack of respect for HGV drivers’ claims Unite
The government and employers have been accused of ‘dragging their feet’ regarding the ongoing HGV driver situation which is causing issues across the supply chain.
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Interviews and ProfilesHeroes of Lockdown: Alan Kasch, Costcutter Fernhill Heath, Worcestershire
Serving the community comes before everything for Alan Kasch of Costcutter Fernhill Heath in Worcestershire but he insists that the support he gave during lockdown was just returning the favour.
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Features and analysisBooker HGV drivers considering strike action over pay row
HGV drivers at Booker’s Thamesmead depot are to be balloted on industrial action over a pay dispute.
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Features and analysisGovernment criticised for retail staff exclusion from self-isolation changes
The government has come under fire for not including shop workers in changes to self-isolation guidelines.
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Features and analysisConvenience sector growth expected to slow in 2021
The rate of growth in the convenience sector is expected to slow to +0.3% in 2021.
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Features and analysisRetailers appeal for face coverings despite ‘Freedom Day’ lifting of restrictions
Customers in England are no longer obliged to wear masks in shops however there are concerns over staff safety.
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Features and analysisFace covering relaxation prompts industry backlash
The government has confirmed that face coverings will no longer be required in stores from 19 July.
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Features and analysisClarity needed on relaxation of Covid-19 measures
Confusion over the relaxation of measures has led to frustration for the retail sector.
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Features and analysisRetail staff union warns against face covering relaxations
Usdaw has warned that the relaxation of face covering regulations could put shop workers at risk
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Features and analysisCaution urged on National Living Wage increases
The Low Pay Commission has been advised to consider the impact of the pandemic when deciding on any new rates.
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Features and analysisUK Food & Drink Shows postponed until April 2022
The UK Food & Drink Shows will take place 25-27 April 2022.
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Features and analysisSpar to invest £125m over the next 12 months
Spar is to invest £125m over the next year in its stores, supply chain and IT.
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Advice Guide10 reasons to have confidence to attend the UK Food & Drink Shows
William Reed has outlined its plan to ensure that all exhibitors and visitors to the UK Food & Drink Shows have a safe and enjoyable visit.
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Interviews and ProfilesHeroes of Lockdown: Adam Vincent and team, Dike & Son, Stalbridge, Dorset
In its 170 years in business, Dike & Son, has never witnessed anything quite like the challenges that 2020 brought, but the store drew on its wealth of experience and rich supplier network to ensure locals were looked after.
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Features and analysisATM transactions back on the rise
ATM transactions are up 18% however they have yet to return to pre-Covid-19 levels.