All Suppliers articles – Page 3
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Features and analysisBooker driver strike threat intensifies
Booker drivers at its Thamesmead site have voted in favour of strike action ahead of crunch talks.
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Features and analysisFood shortages experienced by more than half of GB adults
Consumers in Scotland have been particularly affected by the shortages.
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Features and analysisGovernment action urged to tackle supply chain issues
Logistics UK and British Retail Consortium have called for government action to alleviate supply chain pressures.
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Features and analysisBooker HGV drivers considering strike action over pay row
HGV drivers at Booker’s Thamesmead depot are to be balloted on industrial action over a pay dispute.
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Features and analysisGovernment to extend HGV drivers’ hours in a bid to ease supply chain pressures
HGV drivers’ hours will be temporarily extended from 12 July until 8 August.
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Features and analysisDelivery issues continue to plague convenience sector
The lack of HGV drivers and its impact on the convenience channel has prompted the sector to demand action from the government.
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Dear JacWho is supplying who in convenience?
Jac helps a retailer confused about the supply arrangements in the retail industry.
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Dear JacCould you be owed money from your energy supplier?
Jac Roper helps a retailer who is owed £33,000 from his energy supplier.
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Features and analysisBestway addresses own brand concerns with supply agreement extension
Bestway Wholesale has extended the supply agreement between the Co-op and Costcutter until 2026.
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NewsSimply Fresh and Sainsbury’s wholesale partnership expands
Following a successful trial, Simply Fresh and Sainsbury’s are expanding their supply partnership
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Features and analysisRetailers prepare to step up for second lockdown
The government’s announcement of a second national lockdown, which will take place from 5 November to 2 December, has prompted the retail sector to prepare for another surge of demand.
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Advice GuideWhat do retailers need to know ahead of EU Exit?
The UK’s EU Exit transition period is set to end on 31 December, what impact will Brexit have on your business?
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Interviews and Profiles‘Coronavirus has only made us stronger’ - One Stop
How did the coronavirus shift One Stop’s plans and how is the business going to deal with a Covid-19 Christmas? We spoke with head of franchise John Miller and franchise, finance and technology director Mark Everitt to discuss how it’s performing in a pandemic.
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AwardsWin incredible prizes via The Convenience Conference networking hubs
A series of networking hubs are available offering supplier advice and reader competitions.
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Features and analysisRetailers preparing for a second lockdown
With regional lockdown restrictions tightening, retailers are preparing for a run on certain products similar to the panic buying situation earlier this year.
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Dear JacWhat’s the minimum number of newspapers you have to sell to remain viable?
Dear Jac speaks to a retailer who is fed up with how his supplier is treating him.
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OpinionChallenger brands and younger shoppers: the perfect partnership for convenience stores
Young Foodies and Mighty Small co-founder Theadora Alexander on why convenience stores should support challenger brands
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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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Dear JacLooking for a card machine supplier?
Dear Jac asked you all for advice on card machine suppliers and you certainly delivered. Just be sure to check the fine print.
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Dear JacWhich card machine supplier is right for you?
Struggling to decide which card machine supplier to use? You’re not alone. Dear Jac helps a retailer with the same dilemma.