News – Page 228
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NewsSainsbury's opens its first till-free convenience store
Sainsbury’s has launched its first entirely checkout-free convenience store, as trials of its ‘Smartshop Scan Pay & Go’ app technology continue.
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NewsSamworth Brothers launches new food-to-go van sales service
Samworth Brothers is launching a new food-to-go business and van sales service, as it seeks to grab a bigger slice of the UK’s evolving food-to-go sector, which is set to hit £22.8bn by 2023, according to HIM.
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NewsHouse of Lords committee calls for more support for rural shops
The government must take urgent action to better protect rural shops and businesses, which are trading at a clear disadvantage compared to their urban and suburban counterparts, a new report by the Lords Rural Economy Select Committee states.
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NewsNew One Stop franchise store opens in Bridgend, Wales
A new One Stop franchise store has opened in Bridgend, Wales, on the site of a former labour club within a housing estate.
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NewsConvenience stores enjoy record-breaking Easter sales
C-store retailers have reported record-breaking Easter sales amid a period of warm weather, boosting their confidence for the year ahead.
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Features and analysisNCS 2019 review: Show stories
The National Convenience Show at Birmingham NEC last week was buzzing with new product inspiration and lively panel debates.
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NewsLondis celebrates 60 years with programme of new deals
Londis is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year with a host of promotional activity including consumer prize draws.
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NewsRetailers urged to report theft as recorded shoplifting incidents drop
Retailers are being reminded to report all incidents of shop theft after new official figures revealed that the number of shoplifting crimes recorded by police in England and Wales fell by 3% in the 12 months to December 2018.
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NewsStructural changes driving fall in retail employment, says BRC
Retail employment fell at a faster rate in the first three months of 2019 compared to the previous quarter, due to structural changes in the industry, according to the British Retail Consortium.
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NewsCMA blocks merger of Sainsbury’s and Asda over price concerns
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has blocked the proposed merger of Sainsbury’s and Asda after concluding that “UK shoppers would be worse off”.
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Features and analysisEaster gallery
Convenience stores across the country went above and beyond this year to wow customers with colourful Easter displays, cracking offers and plenty of chocolate eggs.
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NewsScotmid announces 11% rise in annual trading profit
Scotmid Co-operative has announced an 11% increase in trading profit to £5.3m for the year ending 28 January, driven by strong sales in its food business.
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NewsCentral England Co-op reports Easter food bank appeal success
Central England Co-operative has donated enough food to create over 11,000 meals and emergency care packages for people in need, as part of the society’s two-week Easter food bank appeal.
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NewsGarner Group opens rebuilt Nisa forecourt store in Hampshire
Hampshire-based forecourt operator The Garner Group has opened its rebuilt 2,000sq ft Nisa store in the town of Bordon.
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NewsArrest made following knife-wielding raid at North East Premier store
A man has been arrested on suspicion of robbery following a raid at a convenience store in Washington, Tyne and Wear.
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NewsTrack and Trace application process opens for multi-site retailers
Retailers with multiple sites are now able to apply for the codes they will need to comply with upcoming tobacco Track and Trace regulations.
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Features and analysisTrack and Trace: Cracking the code
New Track and Trace legislation designed to curb the illicit trade will mean dramatic change for retailers. Our guide details what you must do to ensure you can buy tobacco legally.
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NewsNorthern Ireland ATM attacks "beyond critical", says Retail NI
A recent surge in ATM attacks in Northern Ireland is now “beyond critical” and has cost retailers in excess of £1m since Christmas, according to trade association Retail NI.
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NewsGun-wielding c-store robber evades Norfolk Police
A gun-wielding robber has evaded capture following an armed robbery at a Premier store in Norfolk.
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NewsFood sales strengthen in March, says ONS
Food store sales increased by 0.7% in value in March 2019 compared with the previous month, as total retail sales increased by 1.2% in value, according to official new data.