All articles by Jake Kennedy – Page 58
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Features and analysisImperial Brands calls for a rethink on tobacco excise rate to protect retailers
Imperial Brands calls for a rethink on tobacco excise rate to help protect retailers from theft and illicit trade
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Product NewsMagnum relaunches its vegan ice cream with a new recipe
Magnum Vegan’s new soy-based recipe delivers Magnum’s ‘most velvety vegan ice cream yet’
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Features and analysisHeineken relaunches the Star Retailer scheme for excellence in beer and cider retailing
Heineken UK is revamping its acclaimed loyalty programme, Star Retailer, for convenience
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Features and analysisChanges to sick pay for the lowest paid workers to come into effect
Government has pledged to help lower income workers no longer having to choose between their health or their jobs
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Features and analysis66,000 illicit nicotine pouches destined for UK seized in Kent
66,000 tubs of nicotine pouches have been detained by the Kent Trading Standards’ ports team
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Product NewsThe Coconut Collab adds protein to its Strawberry flavour
The Coconut Collab has launched Strawberry Protein, a creamy and fruity single serve Strawberry Protein Coconut Yog
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Features and analysis‘Sales are already 50% more than my expectations!’ - retailer’s new store is a huge success
New Premier store in central Sheffield trading well after just six days
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Product NewsAlpen back on TV screens as the ‘grown up thing to do’
New consumer advert is aiming to bring muesli back to breakfast tables
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Features and analysisAlmost £1bn spent on flowers and gifts this Valentine’s Day
Love was in the air when it came to spending on loved ones this year, data shows
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Features and analysisProudfoots’ Valerie Aston on leadership and equality in convenience
For International Women’s Day 2025, Nisa is shining the spotlight on the contributions of women in convenience retail
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Features and analysis£20m promised for 75 UK towns by Government in its Plan for Change
Locals will see high streets revived, community hubs saved and public services transformed and strengthened through the plan
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Product NewsLatest data shows young consumers driving demand for high protein products
Saputo Dairy reports that a raft of younger shoppers is creating growth in the cheese category
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Features and analysisBradford named as one of the worst places in the UK for illicit tobacco sales
Bradford found to be a hotbed of illicit tobacco activity following JTI test purchasing operation
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Features and analysisGovernment to manage redress for postmasters who have had convictions overturned
The Post Office will cease to be involved in the redress for postmasters following calls from campaigners and postmasters
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Product NewsNisa Menston store boosts sales with Co-op’s Irresistible pizzas as new flavours launch
New pizza varieties and an increased basket spend are aiming to bring more custom for Nisa stores
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Features and analysisLincolnshire Co-op pledges to raise £200,000 in aid of Macmillan
Local retailer has pledged to raise £200,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support in just six months
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Product NewsPlenish reveals UK’s only clean label fortified oat milk and new recipe
New milk from Plenish contains no oils or additives and now has a creamier recipe
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Features and analysisWaste myths debunked - and how to avoid fines from next month’s new recycling laws
From 31 March, businesses must have separate bins and collections for food waste, cardboard and paper
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Product NewsHungry Boar meat snacks coming to convenience in PMPs
World foods supplier Golden Acre Foods is launching four varieties of Hungry Boar meat snacks this spring
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Features and analysisSave £50k with Booker’s latest Added Value Services Guide
Wholesaler Booker is continuing to support independent retailers with its latest Added Value Services (AVS) Guide