All News articles – Page 250
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NewsPlastic bag charges confirmed in Queen’s Speech
The introduction of a compulsory 5p charge for single-use plastic bags in England has been included in today’s Queen’s Speech – although small retail businesses will be exempt.
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NewsTesco focuses on estate revamp as sales decline continues
Tesco has posted a 3.7% drop in UK like-for-like sales (excluding petrol) for the first quarter of 2014/15.
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NewsNisa claims 186 Costcutter stores have changed allegiance
Nearly 200 stores have switched from Costcutter to Nisa since the new buy and supply arrangement with P&H was announced in March 2013, Nisa Retail has announced.
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NewsCider: Golden flavours
Cider has been the success story of alcohol, outperforming the overall market. What has been its secret, and how can the trade make it last?
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NewsUK shoppers among world's most price savvy
UK shoppers have proven to be among the most price-conscious in the world.
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NewsBlue sky thinking
With the General Election less than a year away, Tory small business minister Matthew Hancock argues the case for sticking the course with the Conservatives.
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NewsOpen the door to more sales
From being a potential lifeline for the elderly to a convenient option for busy shoppers, a home shopping service delivers plenty of benefits.
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NewsC-store retailers line up to score World Cup bonanza
Retailers are poised to cash in on the World Cup sales opportunity with stores across the country having invested in promotions, eye-catching displays, events and marketing.
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NewsMary Portas questions out-of-town planning decisions
Mary Portas has re-entered the high street debate with a ‘Think Piece’ reflecting on the two-year anniversary of her Portas Review.
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NewsValue of ATMs to c-stores highlighted in new survey
Nearly eight in 10 shoppers spend money they withdraw from an in-store ATM on additional store purchases, according to an extensive new survey highlighting the benefits of cash machines.
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NewsSpar sets out ambitious plans for own brand range
Spar has set out an ambitious five-year plan for its own brand offering.
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NewsRetailers urged to oppose plain packaging plans
The smokers’ group Forest is urging retailers to write to the prime minister declaring their opposition to plain packaging ahead of the Queen’s Speech on 4 June.
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NewsFrance eyes plain packaging and electronic cigarette ban
France could be set to introduce plain packaging for tobacco products and introduce a ban on smoking electronic cigarettes in public places.
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NewsPayPoint fuelled by growth of parcel service
Parcel services have helped deliver a strong year for PayPoint.
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NewsWholesalers help stores win World Cup sales
The UK’s wholesalers and symbol groups are helping retailers score bigger baskets with a wealth of World Cup themed promotional support.
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NewsChange of plan for EasyJet budget store offering
EasyJet’s Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou has been forced to reassess plans to open a budget food store in Croydon.
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NewsLeading scientists urge WHO to protect e-cigarettes
A group of 53 eminent scientists have urged the World Health Organisation not to classify e-cigarettes as tobacco products.
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NewsIllicit traders caught out in Derbyshire crackdown
An illicit trade crackdown in Derbyshire has resulted in a number of retailers being hit with steep fines and long hours of unpaid community work.
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NewsNorth East Convenience Stores opens two Bargain Booze sites
North East Convenience Stores has opened two Bargain Booze stores under Conviviality Retail’s franchise agreement.
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NewsSpar UK announces small increase in retail sales
Spar UK has announced a small increase in retail sales for the year ending April 26, amid strong growth in the international brand’s emerging markets.