All articles by Ieuan Hughes – Page 19
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Scottish government announces food-to-go fund for retailers
The Scottish government has announced a new £250,000 capital investment programme to help independent retailers introduce food-to-go stations.
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Sharpest fall in retail sales since 2009 recession
Sales of specialist food & drink fell in the year to October, amid dissapointing results for general retail sales.
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Products In Depth
Christmas: Pull out all the stops
Consumers are happy to spend big at Christmas so retailers need to have all categories covered and be prepared to go premium if they want festive sales.
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Wales proposes minimum unit pricing for alcohol
The Welsh Government is looking to introduce a minimum price for the sale of alcohol across Wales, as part of a wider effort to reduce the effects of excessive drinking.
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Features and analysis
Premier Broadway Convenience, Edinburgh
With a new food-to-go counter, a revamped spirits section with the latest in LED lighting, and an extended fresh produce and promotional range that covers both value and premium lines, the 1,600sq ft Premier Broadway Convenience in Edinburgh has it all covered.
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AF Blakemore announces "solid" annual results
AF Blakemore has reported “good, solid” results for the 2016-2017 financial year.
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Shoppers continue to spend as grocery inflation rises
With grocery inflation continuing to rise, spend on groceries is far outstripping the number of items shoppers are buying, according to new retail data
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NFRN set to open more Everyday fascia stores
NFRN Commercial is ready to expand its fascia store programme, following the launch of its first ‘Everyday’ store concept earlier this month.
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"Remarkable" rise in number of independent high street stores
The number of independent high street stores opening in the first half of 2017 has increased dramatically compared with the same period last year, according to the Local Data Company (LDC) and British Independent Retailers Association (BIRA).
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Old £1 coin enters final week in circulation
With only one week until the ’round pound’ comes to an end, retailers are still having to remind shoppers that the coins will soon lose their legal tender status.
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Features and analysis
Prestbury Village Stores, Cheltenham
For 10 years, Jerry Tweney worked for retailer Guy Warner, as part of the Warner’s Budgens. Now he has opened his own store, in Prestbury, near Cheltenham
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Features and analysis
Security: Shrink the shrinkage
Shop theft is a big concern for c-store owners and it is vital you’re prepared. Here retailers give a round-up of what works for them.
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C-stores promoting local chicken following 2 Sisters allegations
Independent retailers are looking to promote their locally-sourced chicken following the 2 Sisters food safety allegations.
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Nick Read to step down as ceo of Nisa Retail
Nisa Retail chief executive Nick Read has decided to step down from his position.
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Co-op stores to hold a 'quiet hour' to support Autistic Society
Co-op is running a ‘quiet hour’ throughout its stores, in support of the National Autistic Society’s Autism Hour.
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Premier aiming to help retailers take on the discounters
Premier is looking to help its independent retailers “beat” the discounters with big brand promotions and in-store theatre to increase store profitability.
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Products In Depth
Hot beverages: Find your perfect blend
Retailers looking to add excitement to the hot beverages aisle should look to premium and speciality teas, as well as high-quality coffees.
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Female retail managers earn 19% less than male counterparts
The gender gap for managers in the retail sector is 19.4%, meaning female colleagues earn an average of £4,315 less per year than their male colleagues, a new study suggests.
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Costcutter launches new ‘Meal for Tonight’ campaign
Costcutter has launched a ’Meal for Tonight’ campaign, to help retailers increase basket-spend.
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More shoppers turning to own brand amid rising prices
The rising cost of household groceries has seen an increasing number of consumers purchasing supermarket own-label products rather than branded equivalents, according to Nielsen.