All articles by Ieuan Hughes – Page 4
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CMA launches in-depth probe into Sainsbury's-Asda merger
The proposed merger between Sainsbury’s and Asda will be subjected to an in-depth investigation, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has announced.
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Grocery spending returns to normal after bumper summer
Following an unprecedented summer of weather and sport, consumers in the grocery sector have returned to their regular shopping habits and more usual levels of grocery spend, according to Nielsen data released today.
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Waitrose ditches plastic bags for home compostable alternative
Waitrose & Partners has announced plans to remove 5p single-use plastic carrier bags and loose fruit and vegetable plastic bags from all its stores by spring 2019.
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Co-op sales boosted by Nisa acquisition and food sales
The Co-op Group has announced a 10% increase in sales for the first half of 2018 to £5bn, driven by a strong food sales performance and the completion of its acquisition of Nisa.
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London stores fail test purchases for restricted items
Test purchasing investigations carried out by London Trading Standards (LTS) have revealed that some stores in the capital are selling restricted items, such as knives, tobacco and alcohol, to children as young as 13.
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Southern Co-op showcases locally-sourced products
The Southern Co-op is promoting its range of locally-sourced products in support of British Food Fortnight, which launches later this month.
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MUP boosts alcohol sales for Scottish stores, study says
Scottish retailers have benefited from an increase in alcohol sales since the introduction of Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP) on 1 May, according to new research from The Retail Data Partnership.
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Large number of free-to-use ATMs closing, report reveals
More than 250 free-to-use cash machines are being shut down across the UK every month, according to a new report from ATM network operator Link.
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Top up gaining relevance in forecourt stores, says HIM
The fuel and food to go shopper missions are continuing to lose relevance in forecourt stores as shoppers shift towards top-up and treat shops, according to new research from HIM.
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One in four c-store owners work 70-plus hours a week, says ACS
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) Local Shop Report 2018 has revealed that nearly a quarter (24%) of independent convenience store owners work more than 70 hours a week.
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Sussex Co-op store ram-raided by thieves using forklift truck
Sussex Police are appealing for information after a Co-op Group convenience store in Rudgwick was ram-raided over the weekend using a forklift truck.
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Landmark and Today's members vote in favour of merger
Members of Landmark Wholesale and the Today’s Group have overwhelmingly accepted plans to merge the two buying groups.
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Products In Depth
Chilled: it's multiplying
The chiller continues to offer retailers electrifying sales, with ready meals, snacks and healthy lines among the strongest performers.
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Scottish government presses ahead with business rates reform
The Scottish Government has announced plans to introduce a new Bill on business rates that will see more regular valuations and improved standards of information.
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Features and analysis
Generation V
With the multiples expanding their offer to appeal to those leading a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle, the question is should convenience stores follow suit? C-Store explores how retailers can make the most of the meat-free category as it continues to grow in popularity.
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PayPoint One platform hits 10,000 milestone
PayPoint has announced that more than 10,000 PayPoint One devices are now live across the UK convenience sector.
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Costcutter launches best practice merchandising guides
Costcutter Supermarkets Group (CSG) has launched a new library of category guides to help independent retailers drive sales through improved understanding of merchandising best practice.
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Camelot rolls out changes to Lotto and EuroMillions games
National Lottery owner Camelot has announced sweeping changes to its Lotto and EuroMillions games, as well as releasing preliminary details of a new draw game that will launch next year.
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JW Filshill reports growth despite 'challenging' market
Glasgow wholesaler JW Filshill has reported an increased operating revenue up 1.9% in the year to January 31 2018.
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Coca-Cola to acquire Costa Coffee in £3.9bn deal
The Coca-Cola Company has agreed to acquire Costa Coffee, the UK’s largest coffee chain, from parent company Whitbread in a deal worth £3.9bn.