All Legislation articles – Page 28
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Features and analysisDeadline approaching for paper £20 and £50 banknotes
The Bank of England has set a deadline of 30 September for the withdrawal of paper £20 and £50 notes
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Features and analysisACS urges action on energy bills in ‘mini-Budget’
The Association of Convenience Stores has called on the government to introduce a targeted package of measures to support independent retailers including a cap on energy bills for small businesses
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Features and analysisSouthern Co-op trial shows HFSS scheme does not affect profitability
A Southern Co-op trial has revealed that compliance with the government’s HFSS scheme does not have an impact on overall profitability
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Features and analysisConsistent approach to HFSS legislation urged by ACS
In evidence provided to a Welsh government consultation, the ACS called for consistency with legislation in England
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Features and analysisACS outlines local shops’ concerns with changes to units of measurement law
The ACS believes that the changes would confuse customers
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Features and analysisAre you ready for HFSS?
HFSS legislation is fast approaching, so the ACS offers up some advice and clarity about the new regulations
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Features and analysisWalkers unveils HFSS digital guide for retailers in England
PepsiCo UK’s Kirsten Reid talks through the guidance and what it means for convenience retailers
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Features and analysisSouthern Co-op and Facewatch defend use of facial recognition following legal complaint
A campaign group has criticised the retailer’s use of the tech, claiming it is “unlawful”
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Features and analysisACS appoints three new directors to board
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has announced that three new directors have joined its board: Darren Nickels (Henderson Technology), Susan Connolly (trading director, Connolly Spar) and Rob George (McColls). ACS chief executive James Lowman said: “We are delighted to welcome these new appointments to the ACS ...
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Features and analysisConvenience market expected to grow 3.2% in 2022
The UK convenience market has been tipped to reach a value of £45.2bn in 2022
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Features and analysisCircularity Scotland makes Biffa logisitics partner for Scottish DRS
The not-for-profit scheme administrator has signed an agreement with the leading sustainable waste management company
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Features and analysisWelsh Cross Party Group explores role of local shops in Retail Vision
The Vision aims to ensure retail remaims at the heart of Welsh communities
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Features and analysisScottish Government consults on HFSS legislation
Meal deals would fall under the scope of HFSS legislation in Scotland according to government proposals
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Features and analysisMoving HFSS products more effective than pricing deterrents
Research by GS1 UK found moving HFSS lines to less-visible locations was more effective than promotional bans
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Features and analysisConsumers to keep buying confectionery despite HFSS promotional legislation
Research by Vypr found that 89% would still buy confectionery even if they’re not on offer
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Dear JacRetailer’s call for justice ignored
Subhash Varambhia has been the victim of repeated offences with no satisfactory resolution
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Features and analysisImperial measurements proposals criticised by trade body
The Federation of Independent Retailers has lashed out at the government’s suggestion of a return to imperial measurements
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Features and analysisHFSS promotional restrictions delayed until October 2023
The ACS has warned that this legislation will have a negative impact on both shoppers and retailers
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Features and analysisVolume promotion ban tipped to be scrapped from HFSS legislation
MPs have suggested that the ban on volume promotions could be scrapped to help combat cost of living increases
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Features and analysisSoft drinks sales up £182m, driven by on the go recovery
The Britvic Soft Drinks Review shows that the category is fizzing in convenience