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Fed to take over running of home news delivery campaign this year

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The Federation of Independent Retailers (the Fed) has confirmed it will organise Home News Delivery Month (HND Month) 2026, marking the fourth year of the industry-wide campaign. The campaign runs throughout October, a key trading period for home news delivery because darker mornings drive increased…

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