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NewsMan jailed following ‘fake firearm’ robberies at two stores
A man has been jailed for six years and eight months after brandishing a fake firearm during two attempted armed robberies in Oxfordshire and Berkshire.
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NewsTobacco display ban laws under review in new consultation
The government is reviewing the tobacco display ban legislation, five years on from its implementation in the UK.
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NewsDefra announces next steps for DRS system in England and Wales
The government has confirmed it will consult on a proposed model for a Deposit Return Scheme for drinks containers in England and Wales in 2020, ahead of implementation by 2023.
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NewsGovernment confirms plans to end sale of energy drinks to under-16s
The government has confirmed plans to end the sale of energy drinks to children under the age of 16, in one of the final announcements under outgoing prime minister Theresa May.
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NewsMcColl’s posts -91% drop in pre-tax profits, but LFL sales rise
McColl’s Retail Group has announced a -91% decline in pre-tax profits in its interim half year results, although like-for-like sales increased by 1.0%
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NewsGrocery spend falls -0.5% in last four weeks despite warm weather
Total grocery spend in the UK fell by -0.5% over the past four weeks, despite the start of warm summer weather and a number of sporting events, according to Nielsen research.
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NewsRetailer claims victory as Facebook admits illicit tobacco ads break rules
An independent retailer who has single-handedly campaigned against illicit tobacco sales on Facebook has scored a major victory for responsible traders, after the social media platform finally committed to taking action against individuals caught advertising illicit tobacco products on its site.
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NewsPublic threatened during attempted store burglary in Oxfordshire
Members of the public were targeted with axes and sledge hammers during an attempted armed burglary at a village convenience store in Oxfordshire on Friday.
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News"Thousands" of tobacco retailers still not ready for Track and Trace
Thousands of tobacco retailers have yet to apply for their mandatory Track and Trace codes, without which they will soon be unable to buy tobacco legally, Convenience Store has learned.
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NewsRegional divisions in ATM usage on the rise, says Link
A steady decline in overall ATM usage caused by less consumer need for day-to-day payments has triggered regional disparities, according to new data from cash machine network Link.
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NewsFormer Nisa boss Nick Read appointed Post Office chief executive
The Post Office has appointed former Nisa boss Nick Read as group chief executive.
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NewsMPs warn of ‘no-deal’ Brexit impact on food shortages and price rises
A no-deal Brexit will likely result in “selective and unpredictable” food shortages, as well as price increases, MPs have warned.
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NewsHigh demand for plant-based milk products, research highlights
Convenience retailers have a growing opportunity to profit from the sale of plant-based milk alternatives, which are becoming increasingly popular with British shoppers, new research from Mintel has revealed.
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NewsProportion of crimes resulting in charges at lowest since records began
The proportion of crimes resulting in a charge or summons fell to 7.8% in the year to March, marking the lowest figures since the Home Office began compiling the data in 2015.
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NewsCJ Lang stores trial new stands for Healthy Living Programme
Twelve Spar Scotland stores are trialling new in-store stands for the Scottish government-funded Healthy Living Programme.
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NewsSpar retailer set to introduce free water refill station
A Somerset-based Spar retailer is poised to introduce a free water refill station in store in a move he described as “inevitable”.
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NewsCamelot anticipates Lottery sales boost for retailers this week
National Lottery retailers can expect increased sales this week thanks to the Lotto Must Be Won draw and a special EuroMillions draw, according to Camelot.
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NewsCentral England Co-op’s crime crackdown yields positive results
Central England Co-op has overseen a 6% drop in burglaries and 30% decrease in robberies across its stores following a major crackdown on retail crime.
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NewsWest Midlands family opens Nisa store on site of former business
A Nisa Local store in the West Midlands has opened under the ownership of Pal Singh, more than 30 years after his father sold his business on the site.
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NewsM&S opens Simply Food concessions in WHSmith stores
Marks and Spencer is trialling Simply Food concessions in four WHSmith stores in towns where it has recently closed sites.