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Features and analysis
Mixed reactions from indies on Scotland’s MUP hike
MSPs have backed plans to increase the minimum unit price (MUP) of alcohol by 30%
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Features and analysis
Retail industry shares crime evidence with Home Affairs Select Committee
The Home Affairs Select Committee is taking evidence from the retail sector and police forces as part of its inquiry into violence and abuse against retail workers
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Features and analysis
PCC candidates urged to get tough on retail crime
It comes ahead of the the PCC elections on 2 May 2024
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Features and analysis
Government votes in favour of Tobacco and Vapes Bill
In its Second Reading in Parliament, the Tobacco and Vapes Bill passed by 383 votes to 67
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Features and analysis
Measures to protect shopworkers from crime unveiled by Prime Minister
The Prime Minister hopes to send “a message” to those committing crimes against retailers
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Features and analysis
'Balance is essential' for vape legislation
Elf Bar has warned that a ban on disposable vapes could lead to more illicit sales in the UK
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Features and analysis
Scottish Government confirms further details of disposable vapes ban
The Scottish government has published a new six-week consultation which outlines the fines that will be issued to businesses who continue to sell and supply disposable vapes after a ban
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Features and analysis
ACS calls for greater discretion and flexibility over setting wage rates
The ACS has welcomed the Low Pay Commission’s remit for 2024 but has emphasised the need for greater discretion and flexibility when it comes to determining wage rates
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Features and analysis
SGF research warns of the rising cost of employment
New research has warned that if the cost of employment continues to rise, many stores will no longer be viable as businesses
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Features and analysis
Illicit trade warning issued over disposable vape ban
The ACS has warned that the illicit trade could see a boost of £645m if the disposable vape ban happens
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Features and analysis
Retailers face on-the-spot fines for underage sales under new Tobacco and Vape Bill
The new bill is part of the Prime Minister’s commitment to “create a smokefree generation”
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Podcast
Tackling crime in convenience: The Convenience Mix Podcast
The Convenience Mix speaks to independent retailers about the impact of crime on their businesses
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Features and analysis
Trading Standards urges next government for stronger support
The Chartered Trading Standards Institute has called for a series of significant additional resources to support the work of Trading Standards in communities across the UK
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Products In Depth
Eight things you need to know about Tobacco, Vaping & Next Generation products
There’s no time for retailers to stand still in this ever-changing landscape
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Features and analysis
SGF supports retailers with MUP calculator
The tool will help Scottish retailers prepare for the Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP) increase from 50p to 65p
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Features and analysis
Committee of Advertising Practice to crack down on vape advertising
The Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) is cracking down on ads for vapes and e-cigarettes that break the law, following the issuing of an Enforcement Notice to advertisers
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Features and analysis
Scottish HFSS rules set to be tougher than England’s
The sale and display of foods High in Fat, Sugar or Salt (HFSS) will face additional restrictions regarding pricing and location
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Features and analysis
Government considering vape tax in Budget
Rumoured plans for a tax on vape liquid have been criticised.
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Features and analysis
Scottish government moves forward with plan to ban single-use vapes
The proposed legislation would see a ban on the sale of single-use vapes from 1 April 2025
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Features and analysis
New legislation unveiled to quash convictions of Post Office Horizon victims
Legislation to quash convictions surrounding the Horizon Post Office scandal has been announced by government