All News articles – Page 423
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Village stores face an uncertain future
A huge housing deficit could see 33 rural stores close every month, says a coalition of campaign groups
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Stores seek shelter from power bullies
Many convenience retail businesses are unable to enlist the help of Ofgem, the energy industry ombudsman, because they do not fit its description of a micro business.
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Give us the prices to compete, says Evans
Blakemore managing director Dennis Evans has called on suppliers to give Spar better terms in order to fight the growth of the multiples.
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Midsummer stings put stores to the test
An increase in seasonal test purchases means all staff need to be vigilant
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Joint call for action on supermarket stalling
A coalition of trade bodies has appealed to the Competition Commission for action on the introduction of an industry ombudsman, which would tackle excessive use of buyer power by major grocery retailers.
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Own label and fresh sales lift Booker
Strong growth in fresh meat, fruit & veg and own-label grocery lines has seen Booker make further progress in its corporate recovery plan.
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Mon£y talks: The case for a good business plan
Despite the black cloud over the economy, banks are still lending to businesses with a good plan in place, reports Aidan Fortune
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Indies take to the airwaves in NIW coverage
National Independents' Week (NIW), the annual showcase for the convenience retail industry, saw high-profile media coverage of the small store's unique place at the heart of the community.
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The challenge of change
The new national president of the NFRN urges newsagents to seize the positive aspects of a rapidly evolving market.
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Co-op cuts energy costs
The first phase of a new energy saving scheme by the Co-operative Group has seen participating stores save more than 18GWh in a year.
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Tories make moves to ban proxy sales
The campaign to make the proxy purchasing of tobacco a criminal offence gained momentum after the Conservative Party revealed it will table an amendment to the Health Bill.
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Spar own brand the star in summer drive
Spar has revamped its own-label range with a host of new products aimed at lunchtime and outdoor summer eating.
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Jonathan converts to protect choice
Independent retailer Jonathan James has switched his two Budgens stores in the Cambridgeshire town of Chatteris to Spar "in order to give local shoppers more choice".
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Costcutter recruiting as sales surge
Costcutter has added nine stores to its membership by acquiring a group of former Co-op stores in the South East of England.
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Tates cuts ribbon on Eurospar flagship
Tates has opened its flagship Eurospar outlet in Broomhill, Sheffield - the second supermarket format Spar store to open in the UK mainland.
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The Jackson drive
Store manager Tina Jackson takes customer service to the next level, says Sarah Britton
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Vinnie goes viral for Fox's
Vinnie the Panda is making his online debut as part of a £7m multi-media campaign for Fox's biscuits.
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Sweet and spicy Snack a Jacks
Snack a Jacks has added two new flavours to its range - berry and sweet chilli.
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Points of view
Can retailers' opinions really sway decision-makers? These C-Store Champions think so