All News articles – Page 342
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News2-for-1 voucher offer from The Sun
A two-for-one entry offer to some of the UK’s top attractions is avaiable in The Sun…
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NewsBudget 2012: Tobacco duty to rise 5% above inflation
Chancellor George Osborne has announced a 5% rise in tobacco duty above inflation, in a Budget described as “devastating” to small shops.
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NewsSmall business banking scheme unveiled
Four UK high street banks have signed up to a £20bn small business lending scheme.
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NewsCash only stores losing out on sales
Nearly a third (30%) of UK shoppers claim to have been “inconvenienced” by retailers who do not accept cards in the past year.
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NewsZero Tolerance Award for Crime Prevention
Lesley and William Brown have demonstrated how retailers can take a stand against crime by working with their communities. They have made an incredible effort to reach out to local people, the police force, and the authorities. They had to jump through numerous hoops when building a community office to ...
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NewsBest Customer Service Award
Dennis and Linda take part in the annual My Shop Is Your Shop campaign, putting on a week of activities including promotions, sampling and an in-store trolley dash!Staff go out of their way to help the elderly, and are well aware of the importance of tailoring their approach to the ...
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NewsSustainable Retailing Award
After just eight months of trading, this store has achieved more than many do in a lifetime. In addition to an eye-popping range of green technologies such as doors on chillers, energy efficient lighting and rainwater harvesting, Jason and his team have also engaged in some truly inspirational levels of ...
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NewsExcellence In Impulse
Raj has fully embraced the opportunity to grow impulse sales through store layout, the range offered, and the disciplined use of planograms across chilled and ambient categories. The store has been designed to be as impulse-friendly as possible and is focused on encouraging customers to pick up extra products and ...
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NewsBest Milk Retailer
All of the finalists in the Best Milk Retailer Award were of an exceptionally high standard demonstrating, passion, knowledge and the commitment to deliver strong category growth in a difficult trading environment. However, Symonds Budgens of Wells stood out by going that extra mile to deliver a special milk offering ...
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NewsBest Chilled Food Retailer
Judges felt that the chilled range was very well merchandised at this Henderson Group Spar. The store demonstrates excellent brand blocking and has something to appeal to all budgets, with a good value range, as well as premium options. Its broad range of products meets a wide range of consumer ...
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NewsIndependent News Retailer of the Year
Farnsworth News recognises that a well-run news offering, including home news delivery, is a vital part of any store as it can maximise footfall and increase general sales, not just news.The news category in the store is well-presented and well-merchandised. Staff also provide a consistently efficient and friendly service, ensuring ...
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NewsConvenience Retailer of the Year 2012
Knight’s Budgens of Hassocks demonstrates a great range, superb retail standards and commercial success, combined with a genuine and mutually beneficial connection with local suppliers and the local community. In short: it represents all that is good in local retailing.
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NewsBest Independent Store
A new-look counter area; new lottery dispenser; 50 new ambient lines; and a lunch box area opposite the counter are just some of the latest additions to this store.The group’s Taste Club membership is up 54%, and customers looking to learn new skills are in for a treat. Store manager ...
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NewsBest Multiple Store
Sanjeev and brother Naveen are the driving force behind North East Convenience Stores, which now has 18 stores.This Whickham store was refurbished last year, and turnover is now up a dramatic 33%.The store looks impressive with silver shelving, energy efficient LED lighting, effective signage, and bold promotional ends. There is ...
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NewsBest Small Store
Despite a Tesco Express opening two doors away, Spar Great Victoria Street continues to perform well. The shop differentiates itself from the competition with an inviting hot food offer, unavailable at rival stores. It has also extended its magazine fixture, as this was thought to be one of Tesco’s weak ...
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NewsBest Large Store
Visually, the store’s exterior is stunning with a beautiful array of plants that account for £3,500 worth of sales in the summer. And inside, the store is just as impressive. A new Boston Donuts unit and oven-baked food to go offering has resulted in a 300% uplift in hot food ...
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NewsNational Minimum Wage to rise again
The National Minimum Wage for adults is set to rise again this October.
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NewsIndustry's finest celebrate at 2012 Convenience Retail Awards
The cream of the convenience store industry came together for an evening of commendation and celebration at the 2012 Convenience Retail Awards (CRA) in London last week.
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NewsOlympic Sunday trading law suspension expected
Sunday trading laws are expected to be suspended for the Olympic and Paralympic Games in this week’s budget.