News – Page 197
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NewsSnowshock reverses decision to end lifetime warranty on slush machines
Slush manufacturer Snowshock has reversed its decision to end lifetime warranties for its machines and instead will focus on a campaign to work with retailers on ensuring proper hygiene and maintenance.
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NewsMinimum Unit Pricing in Wales welcomed by independent c-stores
Independent c-store retailers in Wales have broadly welcomed the introduction of Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP) for alcohol today (2 March).
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NewsPoundland to start selling luxury yogurt and frozen fish
Poundland is to start selling luxury yogurt and frozen fish as part of a move into chilled and frozen categories following a successful trial.
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NewsLincolnshire Co-op rewards customers who use reusable cups
Lincolnshire Co-op is encouraging membership card-holders to “help the environment” by rewarding them with 25p every time they use a reusable cup to purchase their hot drinks.
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NewsGovernment urged to act on rate review after dismissing MPs’ concerns
The government has broadly defended business rates and dismissed concerns raise by MPs on the Treasury Select Committee, prompting calls to act on its pledge to undertake a fundamental review of the system.
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NewsStores' Deposit Return Scheme concerns raised in Westminster debate
Parliament heard concerns about the impact of a Deposit Return Scheme on small retailers in England and Wales during the second reading of the Environment Bill yesterday (26 February).
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NewsWhich? urges Chancellor to use Budget to protect access to cash
Consumer group Which? has called on the Chancellor to take action in next month’s Budget to protect free access to cash.
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NewsMcColl’s reports “encouraging” start to 2020 following annual sales loss
McColl’s Retail Group has announced an “encouraging” start to 2020, with like-for-like sales up 0.5% in the 11 weeks ending 9 February.
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NewsHealth Lottery announces new prize draws worth £100,000
The Health Lottery has announced two new prize draws worth £100,000 every Wednesday and Sunday, from 1 April.
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NewsTwo-thirds of UK vape stores ‘at risk’ of selling to minors
Two-thirds of UK vape stores are ‘at risk’ of selling to minors, according to test purchasing results organised by JTI.
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NewsPenny Petroleum acquires two forecourt sites in Lancashire
UK forecourt operator Penny Petroleum has expanded its growing estate with the acquisition of two Lancashire-based forecourt sites from Ribble Valley Services.
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NewsSimply Fresh to extend Sainsbury’s supply trial following positive results
Simply Fresh is launching the second phase of its supply trial with Sainsbury’s following better-than-expected results in the first trial store in Willesden, London.
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NewsNew Go Local Extra concept store thrives in Rochdale
A new Go Local Extra concept store has opened in Rochdale, with demand for Co-op branded products driving sales.
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NewsConcern over new restrictions on solid fuel sales in England
The government has announced new restrictions on the sale of solid fuel in England, to come into force next year.
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NewsCentral England Co-op urges shoppers to embrace Fairtrade Fortnight
Central England Co-op is urging customers to ‘do good at home and overseas’ this Fairtrade Fortnight by supporting both farmers abroad and those less fortunate in their own communities.
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Features and analysisTaking a swipe at food waste
Could mobile phone technology hold the answer to cutting food waste? C-Store talks to retailers such as Hendersons who are seeing success from apps that help sell-through reduced lines
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NewsRetailers affected by flooding eligible for financial support
Retailers in England affected by flooding following the recent storms will be eligible for 100% business rates relief for at least three months, under a package of support announced by the government.
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NewsCo-op launches TV ad showcasing recyclable packaging credentials
A new TV advert from the Co-op Group highlights the benefits to the environment of its recyclable pizza packaging.
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NewsAsda reports 1.3% decline in like-for-like quarterly sales
Like-for-like sales at Asda declined by 1.3% excluding petrol in the final three months of 2019, on the back “challenging market conditions”.
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NewsRetailers highlight a need to adapt in food to go
C-store retailers have highlighted the importance of experimenting, keeping up with the trends and taking decisive action to change their offer in order to remain competitive in food to go.