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Latest figures don't reveal full extent of shop theft, says ACS
ONS data shows 1% increase in police recorded shop theft incidents from 2017
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Canada stores call for cannabis and tobacco consistency
Canada has legalised the sale, possession and use of recreational cannabis
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East of England Co-op highlights success of food waste scheme
Joint ceo Roger Grosvenor was speaking at the ACS Heart of the Community event
Latest figures don't reveal full extent of shop theft, says ACS
ONS data shows 1% increase in police recorded shop theft incidents from 2017
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Frozen food category in consistent sales growth
Frozen food sales are continuing to storm ahead, with the category now worth more than £6.2bn and up 4.8% year on year.
Convenience Retail Awards 2019 open for entries
Entries are now open for the 2019 Convenience Retail Awards, the premier award scheme dedicated to retailers in the UK’s convenience sector.
Co-op Group continues to buck trend as grocery sales slow
The Co-op Group has once again outperformed the big four as recent overall grocery sales slowed following a record summer of spending, according to new Nielson data.
Lifestyle Express estate buoyed by 30 new stores
Lifestyle Express has added 30 stores to its estate after joining forces with Essex-based Time Wholesale Services and its retail club members
Bay Bashir enjoys instant rewards after Go Local switch
Middlesbrough retailer Bay Bashir has enjoyed an immediate sales and margin boost after switching his five stores to Parfett’s Go Local fascia a month ago.
Spar Parkfoot sponsors England Women's rugby player
Kent-based forecourt operator Spar Parkfoot has announced its continued sponsorship of England Women’s rugby player, and former store employee, Rosie Galligan.
Calls for clarity as Track and Trace tobacco regulations loom
Concerns are mounting about the lack of communication and clarity around how ‘Track and Trace’ regulations will affect convenience retailers and the time they will have to prepare.
MP tables bill to protect retail workers from abuse
A new bill tabled in Parliament aims to protect retail workers who sell age-restricted products.
Paul Cheema's Channel 4 slot prompts outpouring of support
High-profile Nisa retailer Paul Cheema, co-owner of Malcolm’s Stores in Coventry, has received messages of support from shoppers and fellow retailers after taking part in Channel 4’s Dispatches programme.
Post Office appoints Amanda Jones as retail sales director
Amanda Jones, a former Conviviality and Nisa executive, has been appointed retail sales director at the Post Office.
Undercover op exposes scale of South Wales' illicit tobacco trade
An undercover operation has exposed the prevalence of illicit tobacco in South Wales, with a third (32%) of stores visited found to be selling it.
Lottery retailers star in Camelot's latest TV campaign
National Lottery operator Camelot is launching a new National Lottery marketing campaign, featuring four convenience store retailers.
Tobacco picture warnings to be replaced in 'no deal' Brexit
All current picture health warnings on tobacco products will need to be replaced with a new set of Australian versions in the event that the UK leaves the European Union with a ‘no deal.’
Scotmid Co-op unveils first reverse vending machine
Scotmid Co-operative has unveiled its first reverse vending machine to recycle soft drink cans and plastic bottles.
Southern Co-op franchisees introduce self-serve tills
Franchisees of the Southern Co-op have successfully introduced self-serve checkouts in a number of Welcome-branded stores.
