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NewsSmall stores call for wholesale support
The wholesale industry must mount a rapid and potent price offensive in reply to the emerging supermarket price war started by Tesco last week, independent retailers have said.
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Large retailers in Scotland to face public health tax
The Scottish Government has announced that large retailers selling both tobacco and alcohol will be hit with a new public health levy from next year.
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Trust in brands grows despite economy
Trust in brands among Britain’s shoppers has risen to the highest level for a year despite consumer confidence remaining weak, new research reveals.
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Post Office mutualisation plans announced
The government has announced plans to mutualise the Post Office, giving more say to subpostmasters, customers and communities on how the network is run.
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Lib Dems pledge to stand firm against supermarkets
Liberal Democrat minsters have pledged to “stand firm” against supermarkets’ abuse of power by creating a robust Grocery Code Adjudicator.
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One in seven town centre shops remain vacant
More than one in seven high street stores remain empty, although the figure has stabilised after three years of dramatic increase, new figures reveal.
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ACS calls for minimum wage freeze
Convenience stores are being held back by year on year increases in the national minimum wage, according to evidence submitted to the Low Pay Commission (LPC) by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS).
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Fresh departments drive Booker growth
Booker has announced a 7.6% rise in total sales in second quarter trading, with fruit and vegetable departments performing particularly well.
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Stores give thumbs up to health lottery
The independent retailing community is getting behind the launch of a new high profile lottery game launching on September 29.
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Stores forced to act on parking abuse
The increase in council parking restrictions is forcing retailers to take action to deter people from abusing their free spaces.
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Indies step up for Walk and Shop Day
Shoppers will be encouraged to leave their cars at home and visit their local shops on October 5, the Federation of Wholesale Distributors' (FWD) Walk and Shop Day. The day will be marked with supplier activity in selected stores,...
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Report urges banks to work with POs
High street banks are being urged to offer more of their services through the Post Office network. A report compiled by Post Office watchdog Consumer Focus has called for more integration between banking services and the Post Office.
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FSA calls for single ratings scheme
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is calling for local authorities to adopt its Food Hygiene Rating Scheme (FHRC). The FSA has announced a number of measures to address concerns of local authorities hesitant to adopt the new scheme. These...
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Nisa makes a difference
Almost £250,000 has been donated to charities and local communities across the UK in the past three months through Nisa's charity, Making A Difference Locally (MADL). Since the charity was launched in 2008 more than £1.6m has been donated...
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The American dream
Country Choice's hot beverage offering has an American feel to it and encourages complementary sales by pairing hot tea and coffee with donuts. The Boston's concept comes with full marketing support including pos material, and payback can take as...
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Taking on apprentices to get simpler
The apprenticeships process is to be simplified, making it easier for retailers to offer the opportunity to more young people. Skills minister John Hayes has announced a package of measures to make the process more attractive to...
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Retailers benefit in council eco drive
Independent retailers in the East London suburb of Bexley are hoping for a revenue boost after signing up to a pioneering recycling incentive scheme which offers residents discounts in local shops.
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NewsBig league
The Bronte Giants biscuits brand has undergone a makeover on its entire range. The new-look packs are now more impulse-friendly and come in a smaller display case that allows them to be stocked more easily on a counter or shelf. The brand has also...
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Copper thieves feel the force of the law
Police forces across the country are launching operations to clamp down on the theft of copper cabling, which is leaving thousands of shops and businesses without phone or internet access. The price of scrap metals such as copper has...
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NewsGalaxy pmps launched
Cash-conscious shoppers will have their chocolate choices made all the easier thanks to Mars’ new pricemarked packs.