All articles by James Lowman – Page 6
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One last push to keep tobacco over the counter
James Lowman of the ACS explains why your help is crucial in a last push for a fair deal on tobacco retailing
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Still life in Change4Life
The Change4Life scheme still has a bright future despite threats to funding, says James Lowman of ACS
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Don't miss this chance to give independents a fair voice
James Lowman says retailers must be able to give evidence to the new grocery ombudsman
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Costs, crime and fairness: the local shops' agenda
The Association of Convenience Stores has set out the priorities for local shops which it will take to the new government
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The battle for the future of the convenience sector starts here
James Lowman of the ACS hopes for help as the election approaches – but he’s not holding his breath
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Alcohol restrictions must be evidence based
A minimum price for alcohol may be attractive but we must be consistent, argues James Lowman of the Association of Convenience Stores
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Planning policy gives little reassurance for small stores
New planning policy is being heralded as good for small stores, but James Lowman of the Association of Convenience Stores isn’t convinced.
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Treat store workers like nurses or firemen
Government must clamp down on violence against workers in any community role, says James Lowman of the ACS
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Trust us to reduce plastic bag use
Government meddling will spoil retailers’ common objectives to reduce bag use, says ACS chief executive James Lowman
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Time to make our mark
James Lowman of the Association of Convenience Stores has a busy month ahead, representing independent retailers at the political party conferences
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ACS in Action
Retailers have won a rare and valuable victory over shop thieves, as James Lowman relates
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Swine flu: how it affects your business
The UK could yet feel the full effects of the swine flu pandemic, and small stores need to be prepared, says James Lowman of the ACS.
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Tackling retail crime
Local partneships can establish an effective approach to crimes against shops, says James Lowman
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ACS in action: politicians' promises
James Lowman believes politicians' promises of support won't tackle retailers' bigger problems
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ACS in action
ACS chief executive James Lowman has been doing the rounds of the political party conferences
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ACS in action
ACS chief executive James Lowman wants MPs to stick by the Competition Commission’s review