All Legislation articles – Page 17
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Features and analysisDefra publishes its UK Food Report for 2024
The report analyses statistical data relating to food security, examining past, current and future trends
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Features and analysisWelsh Government confirms spring 2026 for new HFSS regulations
The Welsh Government has published its consultation response on draft HFSS regulations
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Features and analysisMore support for victims of antisocial behaviour announced
Victims of antisocial behaviour are to get better information and access to support
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Features and analysisBestway cuts fuel levy for Costcutter stores
Bestway has announced the removal of the fuel levy charge for all mainland Costcutter stores
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Features and analysisBAT research highlights call for harsher penalties for underage sales
The vape manufacturer polled 6,000 members of the public, with almost two-thirds of respondents feeling that the proposed £200 fine for underage sales was too low
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Features and analysisImprovements for business rates valuations announced following consultation
The government’s Valuation Office Agency unveils details about improvements to information it discloses on business rates valuations
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Features and analysisGovernment pledges to work with convenience sector on employment legislation
The Minister for Employment Rights, Competition and Markets, Justin Madders, has written to the Association of Convenience Stores to acknowledge the challenges faced by the sector
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BlogRetailers demonstrate resilience and innovation despite legislation pressures in 2025
Spar UK retail & brand development director Ian Taylor discusses the key legislation changes set to impact the sector in 2025 and emphasises the need for proactive engagement with MPs..
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Features and analysisThe Post Office Horizon IT inquiry ends after three years of evidence
The Post Office Horizon IT inquiry was led by retired high court judge Sir Wyn Williams
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Features and analysisCash usage in shops rises for second year running, BRC study reveals
A new study by the British Retail Consortium (BRC) has revealed that cash usage in shops has risen for the second consecutive year
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Features and analysisACS urges Treasury Committee to support multiple payment options
The ACS has given evidence to a Treasury Committee on the acceptance of cash and its current regulations
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Features and analysisMost retailers would prefer raising legal age for smoking to 21 over complete ban
Majority of retailers would prefer raising minimum legal age of purchase to 21 rather than a generational smoking ban
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Features and analysisCCTV image of man suspected of convenience store assault in Merseyside
Detectives have issued CCTV images of a man who could have information that may assist with their enquiries following assault at convenience store in Leasowe
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Features and analysis93 members of organised crime groups arrested over £4m worth of retail theft
Work to tackle organised retail crime gathers pace as 93 arrests from organised crime groups are made in seven months
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Features and analysisPrime Minister answers direct question on Labour’s reaction to retail crime
The question was raised at Prime Minister’s Questions in parliament
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Features and analysisACS gives evidence to Rates Bill committee on benefit of separate rates for retailers
The ACS today gives evidence to MPs about a bill which would give retailers more relief on business rates
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Features and analysisBiffa reacts to Defra decision to scrap paper cup takeback scheme
Waste management company responds to the organisation’s decision
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Features and analysisWarning over health risk of imported American sweets
CTSI warns parents about additives in US imported sweets and drinks
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Features and analysis£5000 fine for retailers not providing vape takeback system
Waste management company Biffa is warning business owners about the risk of significant fines for not complying with UK WEEE regulations - including the provision of a takeback system for consumers
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Features and analysisRetailers urged to give evidence to government over Tobacco and Vapes Bill
Campaign group We Vape is also encouraging businesses to ‘spread the word’ among consumers about how to respond to the government’s request for more data