All articles by David Rees – Page 10
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BlogWelcome to the new world
The completion of the Co-op’s takeover of Nisa signals the start of a whole new way of doing business, not just for Nisa retailers but for Costcutter stores, too, writes C-Store’s editor.
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NewsCostcutter terms package in Co-op deal starts Nisa row
The publication of new trading terms for Costcutter members as a result of the new supply deal with the Co-op has kicked off a row within Nisa, as some members believe they could be unwittingly subsidising the deal.
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NewsCJ Lang & Son selects new company chairman
Scottish Spar retailer and distributor CJ Lang has announced the appointment of Jim Hepburn as its new company chairman
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BlogA merge too far?
The CMA needs to consider very carefully whether the proposed Asda-Sainsbury’s merger is in the best interests of shoppers and the market as a whole, writes C-Store’s editor.
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NewsBestway confirms plan to retain Conviviality assets
Bestway is to retain all stores inherited as part of its acquisition of Conviviality Retail and run them as a company-owned c-store division, the wholesaler has confirmed.
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NewsNisa sales up 26% in the aftermath of P&H collapse
Last year’s collapse of Palmer & Harvey has contributed to a huge increase in Nisa’s fourth quarter sales figures
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NewsBestway confirms purchase of Conviviality Retail brands
Bestway Wholesale has bought Conviviality’s retail arm, a day after the company entered administration
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BlogA more natural solution
The trick is to make it easy for consumers to recycle, not to develop an elaborate mechanism for recirculating 8p charges through the retail industry, writes C-Store’s editor.
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NewsColin McLean takes the helm at CJ Lang
Scottish Spar retailer and distributor CJ Lang has appointed Colin McClean as chief executive officer
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BlogA choice-driven future
If there is a common thread that runs through all of our main CRA winners, it is that they have forged their own individual identities in the markets in which they operate, says David.
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Features and analysisCRA Best Independent Store: Ancoats General Store, Manchester
Ancoats General Store is resonating with the local community in Manchester by embodying the future of convenience combined with the spirit of independence.
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BlogA launch into space
The Booker-Tesco merger needs to be a launchpad for a more profitable and competitive future for the thousands of small businesses that depend on Booker to be a strong, stable and effective partner.
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NewsCCEP makes price and pack changes due to sugar levy
Classic Coca-Cola will be supplied in smaller take-home bottles once the soft drinks sugar levy comes into force in April, but the company has ruled out any change to the product’s recipe.
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NewsCostcutter/Co-op deal "distinctive and competitive"
Costcutter will have a “distinctive and competitive” offer for retail members once the new supply deal with the Co-op takes effect from April, chief executive Darcy Willson-Rymer has pledged.
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NewsC-stores set to lead growth in food to go market
Convenience store “grab and go” offerings and sandwich/bakery retailers are expected to enjoy the highest levels of growth in the entire food to go market over the next three years, according to MCA.
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BlogFinal hurdle
For retailers supplied by one of the Booker brands, the Tesco-Booker merger cannot come soon enough, writes C-Store’s editor.
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NewsConference to explore growth in the food to go market
The fast-growing food to go market is the focus of a major conference and study tour in London next week.
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NewsConvenience Retail Awards 2018 shortlist released
The shortlist for the 2018 Convenience Retail Awards has been released.
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BlogDon't waste the chance
An unusual combination of Theresa May and David Attenborough has put plastic waste firmly on the public agenda, writes C-Store’s editor
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NewsTrust and integrity vital for younger consumers, says HIM
Transparency and integrity are key values that retailers and brand owners must embrace in order to retain the loyalty of the next generation of consumers, according to shopper insight firm HIM