Disposable vapes to be banned by June 2025 - talkingretail.com
Oct 24, 2024 · The ban was initially proposed by the previous government and set for April 2025. ACS welcomed confirmation that the proposed implementation of the ban will be delayed to 1 June to allow businesses enough time to prepare.. Subject to parliamentary approval, businesses will have until 1st June 2025 to sell any remaining stock they hold and …
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A meteorological look at retail – Richard Bennett, retail account manager at the Met Office, reveals how the weather can impact your grocery businessDealing with the weather is being seen as less of a game of chance and more like a game of …
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Imperial Brands announces UK launch of Paramount
Nov 18, 2024 · The UK launch of Paramount follows the success of its debut in Germany, where it is currently the fastest-growing cigarette product since hitting the shelves.
Talking Retail Prodcast | Christmas edition
Dec 4, 2024 · The latest edition of the Talking Retail Prodcast includes a look at some of the eye-catching products in store for the festive period including Chupa Chups first-ever advent calendar, Branston Pickle in nice Christmassy packaging and much more.
Drink and be merry | In focus: Festive alcohol
Dec 2, 2024 · He says: “Unsurprisingly, at this time of year many people are in celebratory mood and, if money allows, are increasingly willing to spend more to treat themselves to better-quality and authentic beer options, which in turn drives increased value in-store.
75 new Sainsbury’s Local stores to be opened over the next three …
Feb 7, 2024 · Speaking about the supermarket’s broader plans, Simon Roberts, chief executive of J Sainsbury plc, said: “Our Food First strategy has delivered on its promise over the last three years, making Sainsbury’s a stronger business with a much sharper position on value and a major refocus on our innovation.
Newsagents ‘extinct by 2035’ - talkingretail.com
Nov 29, 2024 · Off-licences fared better (2044), while greengrocers might last until 2051 and butchers until 2053. Simply Business based its calculations on figures from the Office for National Statistics and said they underlined the need for a long-term plan to save independent stores by cutting their costs.
Retailers need much more help on rates and crime, says SGF
Dec 6, 2024 · The Scottish parliament was told on Wednesday that the 40% relief announced for retail, hospitality and leisure businesses south of the border would only apply to hospitality in Scotland.
Tesco reports £2.86bn sales increase with Booker up 5.4
Apr 10, 2024 · Revenue reached £68.19bn, not including VAT and fuel sales, an increase of £2.86bn from the same period a year before. UK & ROI like-for-like sales were up 7.3%, including UK up 7.7%, ROI up 6.8% and Booker up 5.4%.