All News articles – Page 309
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NewsEU to steer clear of member states' planning policies
The EU Commission’s decision to take a backseat on member states’ planning policies has been welcomed by the retail industry.
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NewsCounterfeit tobacco producers caught out in dawn raids
Three men suspected of running a counterfeit tobacco processing plant have been arrested in series of dawn raids.
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NewsAlong enemy lines
The gloves are off as two top indies argue whether small stores should copy the multiples’ style, or stick to their differences.
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NewsOFT rules out petrol prices investigation
The OFT has ruled out an investigation into the UK petrol market after concluding that rising pump prices has not been caused by a lack of competition.
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Turn mobiles into tills
Came the query from Mary Clark: we are purely cash, but a card machine would be handy for peak times…
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NewsRetailers urged to give their views on local policing
Retailers have been urged to air their views on crime to their local Police and Crime Commissioners.
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NewsNS&I to remove more products from post offices
The further removal of the government-backed National Savings and Investments’ (NS&I) products and services from the Post Office network has caused concern among subpostmasters.
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NewsSmall store thrives in Tesco head-to-head
An Essex retailer whose store was nearly killed off by a nearby Tesco Express has revived his business after switching to Bargain Booze.
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NewsRetailers offered access to free business-boosting report
Independent retailers can download a new study designed to drive growth in UK convenience stores.
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NewsACS calls for rethink on off license 'no-go zones'
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has urged ministers to scrap plans under the government’s Alcohol Strategy which encourage councils to restrict new off licences.
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NewsStores set to make savings after new solar centre opens
The cost of installing energy-saving solar panels is set to take a tumble thanks to the opening of Britain’s first solar centre.
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NewsConvenience stores excel in snow challenge
Convenience store retailers from across the country have been rewarded with positive sales and goodwill after braving snow and ice to serve their local customers.
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NewsSupermarkets circle fallen high street chain stores
January’s host of high street casualties could open the door to supermarket expansion.
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NewsStore closure warning despite vacancy rate decrease
A stark warning has been issued about the future of town centre vacancy rates despite a decrease in the number of stores that are currently empty.
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NewsRetail and wholesale sector hit most by crime
The retail and wholesale industry experienced more crime than any other business sector last year, a Home Office survey has revealed.
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NewsSuccess for Nisa's bread distribution roll out
Almost 1,000 Nisa retailers are now ordering their bread and morning goods through central distribution.
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NewsPart-time workers drive growth in retail employment
Retail employment rose by 0.6% in the final three months of 2012, driven entirely by part-time workers, according to new research.
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NewsNew e-petition seeks to stub out illicit tobacco trade
A new petition calling for tougher penalties to be levelled against illicit tobacco traders has been posted on HM government website.
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NewsSupermarket pricing plans could harm small shops, says ACS
Proposals to require supermarkets to release detailed pricing data could end up harming local shops, the Association of Convenience Stores has warned.