All News articles – Page 370
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NewsLabour leader speaks up against supermarkets
The leader of the opposition has raised concerns over the “Tesco-isation” of Britain’s high streets.
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Big demand expected for new Tuesday EuroMillions draw
National Lottery retailers are being urged to get ready for extra demand with the introduction of a new Tuesday EuroMillions draw.
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Retailers flush thanks to cocktail of slush
Customers over the age of 18 can choose from a selection of enticing fl avours listed on a smart, laminated menu, created by Mark. Options include: Jäger-icester with Jägermeister; Frozen Russian with vodka; Chilly Scotsman with whisky; and Frozen Napoleon with brandy.
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Don't write off cheques quite yet
Plans to phase out cheques as a method of payment could be reversed following public concern. The House of Commons Treasury Select Committee is to re-open its inquiry on the future of cheques, which face being phased out by October 2018
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Best before dates set to be thrown out
‘Best before’ dates on food and drink products came one step closer to being binned last week. Environment secretary Caroline Spelman said best before dates confused shoppers and were contributing to the UK’s 8.3m tonne food waste mountain – 60% of which is avoidable.
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Euro Shopper range gets national ad push
Booker is hoping to drive awareness of its own label value Euro Shopper range by advertising it nationally for the first time this week. The adverts, which show a full basket of Euro Shopper goods for the total cost of just £5, first...
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NewsLimited edition Camel Blue design
JTI is introducing a limited-edition pack design for its premium cigarette brand, Camel Blue.
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NewsNo holiday bonanza for tobacco retailers
Retailers are struggling to maintain their tobacco sales throughout the extended bank holiday season, which has sparked a “great getaway” and an explosion of car boot sales – notorious for their ties with the illicit tobacco trade.
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NewsHancocks Cash & Carry unveils Strawberry Lances
Hancocks Cash & Carry is unleashing a new weapon on the confectionery market. Its new Strawberry Lances, which are available in regular and fizzy varieties, come in tubs of 200 and are expected to appeal to children. The company has also...
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NewsSouthern Comfort launches pmp for convenience sector
Southern Comfort has launched pricemarked packs for Southern Comfort 70cl exclusively to the convenience sector.
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NewsDHL delivers Nisa contract on cue
The implementation of Nisa- Today’s distribution contract with DHL has passed without a hitch, retailers have told C-Store. On April 2 DHL took control of Nisa’s ambient operation from Bibby, meaning it now handles delivery of the entire supply chain from the Scunthorpe depot.
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Stores urged to tailor products to new era
Mars Chocolate is urging retailers to take advantage of a predicted increase in c-store trips by adjusting their product offering to shoppers’ changing demands.
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NewsUnilever launches Solero Fruit Ice range
Consumers looking for a touch of the exotic may well be enticed by Unilever’s Solero Fruit Ice range.
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NewsKingsmill in Wallace & Gromit promotion
Kingsmill has got inventive with its latest on-pack promotion that offers consumers the chance to collect exclusive Wallace & Gromit ‘inventions’ merchandise.
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NewsResearch finds 300 reasons to upsell
Upselling has been highlighted as a major sales opportunity for convenience retailers after research showed it could lead to a 300% increase in promotional penetration and that the vast majority of shoppers found it perfectly acceptable.
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NewsGovernment targets tobacco smuggling
The government has unveiled the latest step in its plans to help rid Britain’s streets of illicit smuggled tobacco.
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Merger opens up opportunities for growth at Spar
The merger of AF Blakemore and Capper & Co has created some “fantastic opportunities” for the two company-owned store estates to improve and grow, according to Tates managing director Geoff Hallam.
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Stores urged to help shape local planning
Independents get the chance to have their say in pilot schemes across the UK
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Proposals for People’s Supermarket in Brighton
Brighton may see an alternative to the traditional convenience store following a proposal to open a People’s Supermarket style store in the area.
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Riot at Stokes Croft Tesco store
A Tesco Express store in Stokes Croft, Bristol was the scene of a riot last Friday involving 160 police officers in riot gear and over 300 protestors.