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James Hall & Co to host ‘Spar Inspire’ retailer event in April

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An insight driven programme on the future of convenience retail is the focus of James Hall & Co’s annual retailer event – this year branded ‘Spar Inspire’. After the success of the company’s revamped one-day event that debuted in 2024, Spar Inspire has expanded for…

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