All News articles – Page 487

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    Link to offer free ATMs to c-stores

    2007-01-12T00:00:00Z

    The introduction of 600 non-charging cash machines in low-income areas will be "good news" for retailers, according to bosses of the Link Scheme responsible for their rollout.

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    Scottish MPs behind the till

    2007-01-12T00:00:00Z

    There was a helping hand available for Scottish retailers over Christmas as members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs) volunteered to spend time in c-stores.

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    Big two in talks

    2007-01-12T00:00:00Z

    The creation of a single co-operative society could be a step closer after the UK's two leading societies began discussions on the possibility of a merger.

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    Blueheath buys fleet

    2007-01-12T00:00:00Z

    Wholesaler Blueheath has ended its relationship with third-party transport operators and completed the purchase of its own fleet of delivery vehicles.

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    Vile bodies

    2007-01-12T00:00:00Z

    Nuts, bolts and even body parts have all been found in food products at some point. But what can you do if a customer claims to have found a little bit extra in food bought in your store? Kate Miller finds out

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    centre stage

    2007-01-12T00:00:00Z

    Leeds Co-op has its sights on a cluster of city centre outlets. Amy Lanning checks out its first venture

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    Co-op shoots for the Stars

    2007-01-12T00:00:00Z

    Midcounties Co-op has doubled its store portfolio with the purchase of 150 Stars c-stores and newsagents from Stars News Shops Ltd.

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    NMA set to be 'critical friend'

    2007-01-12T00:00:00Z

    The Nisa Members Association (NMA) says it has no intention of disbanding despite winning representation on Nisa-Today's board of directors.

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    Groups sign up for CRS

    2007-01-12T00:00:00Z

    The line-up for this year's Convenience Retailing Show (CRS) is taking shape with five major retail groups booked to exhibit.

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    Dispute law under the spotlight

    2007-01-12T00:00:00Z

    The government is to review the system of resolving employment disputes in a bid to improve the process and simplify it.

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    Training scheme proves a hit with employers

    2007-01-12T00:00:00Z

    Demand for the Learning and Skills Council's Train to Gain scheme has increased eight-fold since its rollout across England in August.

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    Police get tough on trouble

    2007-01-12T00:00:00Z

    A c-store retailer who surrendered his alcohol licence says he was forced into it because of "unfair" police tactics.

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    Makro joins Today's

    2007-01-12T00:00:00Z

    Makro has joined forces with the Today's Group in an initiative to improve their collective buying power.

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    Mixed fortunes for Post Office network

    2006-12-14T11:09:00Z

    The National Federation of Subpostmasters (NFSP) has been quick to respond to the Government’s announcement on the future of the Post Office network.

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    Criminals still active

    2006-12-01T00:00:00Z

    Just weeks after a gang was convicted for a series of violent armed robberies and ram raids across East Anglia, police have warned that a number of groups may remain in operation across the region.

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    Alfred Jones staff urged to check ID

    2006-12-01T00:00:00Z

    Alfred Jones staff urged to check ID

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    Scottish Co-op buys award-winning stores

    2006-12-01T00:00:00Z

    Scottish Co-op has acquired the Rea's Select chain of Lanarkshire c-stores.

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    Bring it back

    2006-12-01T00:00:00Z

    A wave of nostalgic advertising campaigns has hit our screens over the past year. Amanda Nicholls looks at how retro commercials are giving modern brands a boost

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    Costcutter and Nisa get back to day job

    2006-12-01T00:00:00Z

    by ronan hegarty Nisa-Today's and Costcutter are both seeking to fill gaps in their trading teams left open during merger talks between the two companies.

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    Junk ban introduced

    2006-12-01T00:00:00Z

    Junk ban introduced