News – Page 183
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Features and analysisStore owners share their post-lockdown priorities
With lockdown restrictions loosening, the previously relentless demand on c-stores has eased a little and retailers can now think about other areas of their business.
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NewsNisa to hold virtual Expo in place of Stoneleigh event
Nisa is to host a virtual Expo in October 2020 in place of its traditional face-to-face event.
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NewsA.F. Blakemore acquires online Vegan Store
Spar wholesaler A.F. Blakemore has acquired online wholesaler and retailer Vegan Store.
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NewsProject Endeavour kicks off as Bestway seeks to offload 37 stores
Bestway Retail has begun the divestment of 37 of its stores left over from the Bargain Booze acquisition in 2018.
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Features and analysisWhy Shop Local Week is important for your business
Shop Local Week 2020 (10-16 August) has begun and the government is hoping to kickstart the high street.
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NewsGovernment launches Shop Local Week to help high street
The government is attempting to drive consumers back to the high street with the launch of Shop Local Week (10-16 August).
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NewsPlanning reform consultation welcomed by industry
A major consultation on reforming the planning system in England has been praised by the retail industry.
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NewsMcColl’s shifts focus during pandemic lockdown
McColl’s has seen a drop in total revenue in its interim results although like-for-like sales rose.
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NewsAPPY SHOP partners with One O One Convenience Stores chain
Online shopping platform APPY SHOP has been selected by Scottish chain One O One Convenience Stores to be its exclusive partner.
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Advice GuideRemaining vigilant: how to deal with retail crime
Abuse against shop workers is on the rise and with staff on the front line, what should you do if a member of your team is victim to an attack?
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NewsSouthern Co-op allocates £100,000 via Safer Neighbourhood Fund
Fourteen organisations across Bristol, Portsmouth, Bournemouth, Southampton and south London have been chosen to receive a share of the Southern Co-op’s £100,000 Safer Neighbourhood Fund for their work in tackling the causes of crime.
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Features and analysisMicrobusiness energy supplier overhaul proposed by Ofgem
A consultation into microbusiness energy supply contracts has been launched by Ofgem but what exactly is the watchdog proposing and how might it help you get the best energy deal?
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OpinionOn Demand Convenience: huge potential but low penetration
Lumina Intelligence’s Sarah Coleman outlines the potential for on demand convenience
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NewsIndustry pledges to play part in healthy eating plan
The retail industry has pledged to do its part to improve healthy eating amongst children.
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NewsKnife attack leaves retailer in fear
A terrifying knife attack by a masked assailant has left a retailer afraid to be alone in her store.
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NewsJTI launches new anti-illicit trade postcode calculator
Japan Tobacco International (JTI) has launched a new postcode calculator to help retailers find out how their local area is affected by illicit tobacco.
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NewsHIM & MCA Insight changes name to Lumina Intelligence
William Reed’s data insights division HIM & MCA Insight has changed its name to Lumina Intelligence.
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NewsScotmid extends partnership with PayPoint
Retail chain Scotmid has announced an extension to its partnership with PayPoint.
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NewsScottish Grocers Federation launches new website
The Scottish Grocers Federation (SGF) has announced the launch of its new website.
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Advice GuideFace masks: what retailers need to know about the new regulations
Unsure of the regulations on face coverings? The government has published guidance on customers wearing face masks when visiting shops.