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NewsLocal range drives Lincolnshire Co-op's rise in annual sales
Lincolnshire Co-op has announced a 5.4% rise to £329m in annual sales at its food stores, driven by significant growth in the sale of its local range.
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NewsNearly half of UK consumers think food labels are complicated
Nearly half (44%) of UK consumers think food labels in the UK are complicated, out of date and full of jargon for those with dietary requirements, new Ubamarket research suggests.
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NewsRetailer Jonathan James hires store detectives to combat theft
Two store detectives working for high-profile retailer Jonathan James apprehended 39 thieves, six of whom were carrying knives, in their first full week on duty in one of his stores.
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NewsCo-op Group to open new stores acquired from Waitrose
The Co-op Group is set to open three new stores it recently acquired from Waitrose, as it moves closer to its target of opening 100 new stores in 2018.
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NewsCosta rolls out new look for Express self-serve machines
Costa Coffee has announced the launch of a new brand identity for its Costa Express self-serve machines.
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NewsHeart of England Co-op buoyant despite tough conditions
The Heart of England Co-operative Society has announced a 7.3% increase in like-for-like food sales in its first half trading results.
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NewsGovernment pushes ahead with ban on plastic products
The government has formally announced a consultation on proposals to ban the sale of plastic straws, drink stirrers and cotton buds as part of its crackdown on avoidable plastic waste.
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NewsPost Office cleared to acquire Payzone bill payments arm
The Post Office has been given the go-ahead to complete its acquisition of the Payzone bill payment business by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).
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NewsShoppers reveal appetite for more discounters
More than 60% of shoppers think it would be either necessary or useful if more discounter stores opened on the high street and in their neighbourhoods, according to new HIM research.
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NewsMillennials forecast to boost Halloween spend this year
The UK public is forecast to increase its Halloween spend by 5% to £419m this year compared to 2017, driven by young Millennials, according to new Mintel research.
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NewsLatest figures don't reveal full extent of shop theft, says ACS
Latest official figures revealing only a modest increase in shoplifting do not reveal the true extent of theft against retailers, according to the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS).
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NewsCanada stores call for cannabis and tobacco consistency
Canadian convenience stores are calling on the government to apply the same packaging and labelling restrictions to both tobacco and cannabis products following their legalisation yesterday (17 October.)
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NewsFrozen 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.
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NewsConvenience 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.
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NewsEast of England Co-op highlights success of food waste scheme
East of England Co-operative has seen a 25% reduction in both food waste and the cost of waste disposal since it started selling products past their ‘best before’ date at discounted prices.
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NewsCo-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.
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NewsLifestyle 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
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NewsBay 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.
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NewsSpar 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.
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NewsCalls 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.