News – Page 237
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NewsMore adult smokers buying non-UK duty paid tobacco
More than three-quarters (76%) of adult smokers have bought non-UK duty paid tobacco in the past year, marking an exponential increase on the previous two years, according to the Tobacco Manufacturers’ Association (TMA).
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NewsCostcutter launches 'Spookily Good' Halloween campaign
Costcutter Supermarkets Group (CSG) has announced plans to help retailers capitalise on growing Halloween sales through a new ‘Spookily Good’ campaign, rolling out to retailers nationwide from early October.
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NewsFood prices rise in August as hot summer reduces yields
Food prices continued to rise in August on the back of the hot, dry summer reducing supply of some UK products, although retailers have shielded consumers from higher price increases, according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC).
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NewsSWA calls on members to participate in latest MUP consultation
The Scottish Wholesale Association is urging its members to participate in the Scottish government’s latest consultation on minimum unit pricing (MUP).
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NewsOne Stop to close three stores in Lincolnshire
One Stop has confirmed it plans to close three company-owned stores in Lincolnshire.
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NewsPlastic bag charge set to be extended to small stores
The government is planning to extend compulsory plastic bag charging to small stores and raise the charge to 10p, according to reports.
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NewsScotmid to mark anniversary with latest eco-friendly store
Scotmid Co-operative is preparing to open its latest state-of-the-art eco-friendly convenience store to mark its 160-year anniversary.
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NewsPolice appeal following c-store ram-raid in Cheshire
Cheshire Police are appealing for information after offenders ram-raided a convenience store in the village of Willaston.
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NewsStores prepped for back-to-school shoppers
With less than two weeks to go until most kids go back to school, symbol groups and convenience retailers are helping busy parents with a range of offers on all the essentials for the new term.
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NewsCMA launches investigation into Sainsbury's-Asda merger
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has formally launched the first phase of its investigation into the proposed merger between Sainsbury’s and Asda.
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NewsHull retailer reaps rewards of latest Premier store format
An innovative new Premier store in Hull is already turnover over £25,000 per week on healthy margins, thanks to its focus on food to go, premium coffee, on-trend categories and other modern footfall drivers.
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Features and analysisCountry pursuit
Small rural stores haven’t had an easy ride as challenges come at them from all sides. However, many are finding the future looks bright thanks to a strategy of investing in a diverse range of services, offering products that create a point of difference, and engaging with their community.
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NewsNisa launches end-of-summer Italian-inspired promotion
Nisa is looking to help retailers take advantage of shopper demand for exotic flavours with a new Italian dining promotional event.
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NewsLeicestershire retailer wins £5,000 in Lucozade competition
Nisa retailer Richard Kent, owner of Nisa Local Evington in Leicestershire, has received £5,000 in cash from Lucozade Ribena Suntory (LRS) as part of the company’s latest retailer competition.
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NewsRetailers welcome new terms package for Bargain Booze
Bestway Retail has unveiled a new set of terms for its franchisees following the acquisition of the Bargain Booze business
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Features and analysisA smart way of marketing
Social media marketing is a vital business tool, but many retailers still struggle to win over shoppers online. Here we highlight top web tricks.
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NewsGrocery gains momentum as warm weather helps sales
The warm weather this summer has been critical to the momentum in the retail sector during the last 12 weeks, according to Nielsen data released today (August 21).
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NewsWelsh retailer revamps store with £50,000 refit
Welsh retailer Gareth Jones has revamped his 1,000 sq ft convenience store in Gilfach, Bargoed, by joining the Best-one fascia and investing £50,000 in a full refit of the site.
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NewsLib Dems call for changes to business rates system
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Vince Cable MP has called for reform to the business rates system in the UK, a move welcomed by The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS).
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Features and analysisA 'nanny state' c-store
As new figures reveal record highs in childhood obesity and the government questions whether to roll out more red tape around unhealthy products, retailers are questioning whether they are doing enough to promote healthy eating to children.