1. Department & Category

A better August for food sales, says ONS

Written by Posted on Less than 0 min read

Improved UK food store sales in August helped to balance out a weak last quarter, according to the latest figures. The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) indicate that food sales rose by 0.5% in the month, against a fall of 0.2%…

This story continues at A better August for food sales, says ONS

Or just read more coverage at Talking Retail

View Original Article
Post Views: 18
Member since
Established in 2007, TalkingRetail.com brings you the latest news, analysis and information across the UK convenience and independent grocery retail sectors. Sister publication Independent Retail News is a monthly magazine for owners of independent convenience stores. Originally launched as Independent Grocer in 1981, the magazine changed its name to Independent Retail News in 1995. It provides must-have information that helps in the day-to-day running of stores and keeps readers up-to-date with the latest news and product information. The publications are brought to you by Metropolis Business Media, which also runs a number of leading annual awards events including The Retail Industry Awards, The Quality Food Awards and The Quality Drinks Awards. These prestigious ceremonies recognize the top performers across both the independent and multiple sectors, and are judged by a highly respected and influential group of independent top industry judges. https://www.talkingretail.com/
Do you like Talking Retail's articles? Follow on social!

More from Talking Retail

  1. Merchandising

Co-op offers members 25% discount as a thank-you after cyber attack

The Co-op has announced increased discounts for its members as part of its return to normal operations after the recent cyber attack. As the group’s 2,300 stores start trading normally again, the discounts are intended as a thank-you to the 6.5 milllion members “who have… This story continues at Co-op offers members 25% discount as […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Technology & Innovation

TV drama inspires successful compensation claim for bankrupt sub-postmaster

A Stockton sub-postmaster has finally been compensated after he was declared bankrupt and landed with a criminal record as a result of the faulty Horizon software. Keith Bell, who ran the Bishopton Road Post Office in Stockton, said he had felt ashamed until the ITV… This story continues at TV drama inspires successful compensation claim […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department: Food

Shoplifter who tried to disguise face with boxer shorts jailed in Durham

A shoplifter who tried to use pants as a mask in County Durham has been jailed. Carl Robinson was arrested by the Durham Police’s Ferryhill Neighbourhood Policing Team on 29 July after shoplifting offences including stealing meat and butter from the town’s Co-op. The 32-year-old… This story continues at Shoplifter who tried to disguise face […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Uncategorized

Man charged with using knife to rob store of its till

A man was charged yesterday (18 September) in connection with armed robbery of a Liverpool convenience store. Just before 9.15pm on Tuesday (16 September), Merseyside police were called to Picton Road, Wavertree, where a man was reported to have demanded the till while holding a… This story continues at Man charged with using knife to […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department: Adult Beverage

Casillero del Diablo launches Jammy Red Devil

Casillero del Diablo has announced the launch of a new wine, Jammy Red Devil, that brings its Casillero del Diablo quality to the sweeter red wine style. The ‘jammy’ red blend category of sweeter styled reds has grown, from almost a standing start a few… This story continues at Casillero del Diablo launches Jammy Red […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Uncategorized

Co-op franchisee adds second Welsh store with third to come

A newly-built Co-op opened this week in Morriston on the outskirts of Swansea, south Wales. The purpose-built store has resulted in 17 new jobs and will operate as a franchise run by United Service Stations (USS). The company already has a Co-op in Bridgend and… This story continues at Co-op franchisee adds second Welsh store […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. CPG: Beverage

Coca-Cola partners with the Premier League  

Coca-Cola Enterprises (CCEP) has announced a new three-year deal with the Premier League to become its Official Soft Drinks partner. The partnership will offer exclusive fan activations, centre circle experiences, access to tickets, as well as becoming a partner of the upcoming Premier League Summer… This story continues at Coca-Cola partners with the Premier League […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. International

Hill Biscuits launches savoury range

A sweet biscuit manufacturer Hills has unveiled Simply Savoury by Hill Biscuits, working in partnership with Cerealto UK to launch its first-ever savoury product in the company’s 170-year history. Manchester-based Hill Biscuits has introduced a classic cream cracker to the market in direct response to… This story continues at Hill Biscuits launches savoury range Or […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Merchandising

Country Choice unveils new bake & bite packaging

Country Choice has unveiled new hot food-to-go packaging designed to further drive sales of its range of Bake & Bite branded handheld hot savouries, which includes sausage rolls, pies, pasties, breakfast baps, wedges and chicken pieces. The packaging, designed to help retailers capture consumer attention… This story continues at Country Choice unveils new bake & […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Stores & Formats

Snappy Shopper and One Stop expand partnership with 530 stores

Snappy Shopper has announced a major expansion of its partnership with One Stop, with an additional 280 stores joining the platform. Following an initial 250-store launch in October, the expansion will bring One Stop’s total to 530 stores on the Snappy Shopper platform. In addition,… This story continues at Snappy Shopper and One Stop expand […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department: Adult Beverage

Ice lollies, gin and Yorkshire pudding amongst sharpest cost increases

The latest analysis from finance specialists, RIFT, has revealed which items among those in common monthly shops have seen the highest recent price rises. Ice cream bars, fruit juice, gin, Yorkshire puddings, garlic bread and pizza are amongst the items to have seen the sharpest increase… This story continues at Ice lollies, gin and Yorkshire pudding […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department: Food

Retail Industry Awards 2024 | Winners: Fresh Produce Retailer of the Year – Multiple

Fresh Produce Retailer of the Year – Multiple Supported by:   Winner: Lidl An emphasis on freshness, customer experience and great merchandising at Lidl has led to double-digit growth in the category over the past 12 months, with quality assurance improvements implemented across one-third of… This story continues at Retail Industry Awards 2024 | Winners: […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Stores & Formats

New Extra Refreshers PMPs exclusive to c-stores

Mars Wrigley has launched two new Extra Refreshers price marked packs (PMPs), especially suited to the convenience channel. The Tropical and Bubblemint flavour PMPs are now available in 30-piece bottles and soft chew format, providing retailers with an additional opportunity to drive gum sales. The… This story continues at New Extra Refreshers PMPs exclusive to c-stores […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

Getting on top of crime | Editor’s comment

Whether it’s grass-roots programmes from local police forces or statements from the government about the need to tackle shop theft, there’s been no shortage of pronouncements and initiatives over the past year – but independent retailers clearly still aren’t feeling it. Our exclusive survey of… This story continues at Getting on top of crime | […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Stores & Formats

Huge illegal tobacco seizures in Oxfordshire with warning of unregulated nicotine pouches

Almost 10,000 counterfeit and smuggled cigarettes and other tobacco and nicotine-based products have been seized following a series of visits to stores by Oxfordshire County Council’s trading standards team last week. The raids, carried out on 21 January, were part of Operation CeCe, a national… This story continues at Huge illegal tobacco seizures in Oxfordshire […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. International

Lipton taps into kombucha trends

A first for the brand in the UK, Lipton is entering the kombucha space with the launch of its Lipton Kombucha range offering a combination of flavours, including Strawberry Mint, Raspberry and Mango Passionfruit, that aims to attract new drinkers to the category and existing… This story continues at Lipton taps into kombucha trends Or […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. CPG: Food

KitKat sharing bars bring back Blockbuster video

To celebrate its new sharing bars, KitKat is ‘re-opening Blockbuster video’, for a limited time only. From 9 to 12 April, Brits are being encouraged to step away from their everyday life and rewind to a simpler time. Blockbuster was voted one of the top… This story continues at KitKat sharing bars bring back Blockbuster […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department & Category

Jack Link’s partners with MrBeast

Jack Link’s has announced its partnership with social media creator, businessman, and philanthropist, MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson). This collaboration will see the two entities launch a line of co-branded protein-packed meat snack products. This partnership marks MrBeast’s first-ever collaboration with a Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) company… This story continues at Jack Link’s partners with MrBeast Or […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department: Adult Beverage

Westons unveils new look for Stowford Press

Westons Cider has released a new look for its Stowford Press cider that is designed to strengthen the brand’s premium positioning. With the continued growth of premium and crafted ciders, the refresh offers retailers the opportunity to tap into younger drinkers who are more likely… This story continues at Westons unveils new look for Stowford […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

Cadbury announces Great Retail Ideas Exchange competition winners

Cadbury has announced the winners of its Great Retail Ideas Exchange competition, created to celebrate the brand’s 200th anniversary and show its thanks to the retailers who have helped support the brand throughout its long history. At the beginning of 2024, taking inspiration from Cadbury’s… This story continues at Cadbury announces Great Retail Ideas Exchange […]
< 1 min read
0
Next