Talking Retail
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/

Talking Retail's articles

  1. Trends & External Forces

Biona launches trio of Spelt Cereals

Biona has announced the launch of three new spelt breakfast cereals that tap into the current trends for minimally processed, organic breakfast options. First in the new range is Biona’s organic Crispy Spelt Flakes which are made from 100% whole organic spelt and nothing else,… This story continues at Biona launches trio of Spelt Cereals […]
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  1. CPG: Food

Divine Chocolate launches Luxury Mini Egg Collection  

Divine Chocolate is celebrating Easter with the launch of a premium collection of Luxury Milk Chocolate Mini Eggs, each crafted from Fairtrade cocoa with natural ingredients and free from palm oil. The collection features two mini egg varieties, Divine Luxury Milk Chocolate Mini Eggs and… This story continues at Divine Chocolate launches Luxury Mini Egg […]
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  1. Stores & Formats

Mini profile: Pearl opens new Shell forecourt and Spar store in Bradford

Pearl Forecourts has opened a new to industry Shell service station and Spar store at Whetley Hill in Bradford. Located on the site of a former restaurant on the B6144 and servicing a busy area of Bradford, the forecourt is open 24 hours and has… This story continues at Mini profile: Pearl opens new Shell […]
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  1. International

Retail association responds to latest BoE interest rates decision

The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has responding to the latest Bank of England decision on interest rates, and the Quarterly Monetary Policy Report. Helen Dickinson, chief executive at the British Retail Consortium, said: “Borrowers must wait at least another month to see if mortgage costs… This story continues at Retail association responds to latest BoE […]
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  1. Trends & External Forces

Local businesses must have voice in Pride in Place spending decisions, says Bira

The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has called for local shops to be given a say in how Pride in Place funding is spent, as the government announced an £800m expansion of the community regeneration programme. Bira welcomed the funding for 40 new areas across… This story continues at Local businesses must have voice in […]
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  1. Trends & External Forces

Fed discusses crime and other issues with Sir Gavin Williamson MP and Cleveland PCC

Former government minister and Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge MP Sir Gavin Williamson met with Narinder Randhawa, a key Federation of Independent Retailers (The Fed) official, at his business, Haywoods, in Great Haywood,  Staffordshire, on Friday, 30 January. The pair discussed concerns about theft, business… This story continues at Fed discusses crime and other issues […]
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  1. Department: Food

A fresh perspective | Big interview: Michael Fletcher

Spar UK is a big beast. The nationwide group is made up of five regional wholesalers who supply not only independent stores operating under the Spar and Eurospar banners, but also their own company stores. Attempting to pull this all together is a central team… This story continues at A fresh perspective | Big interview: […]
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  1. Stores & Formats

‘Dodgy stores’ threat | Editor’s comment

It’s not long ago that ‘corner shops’ were being vilified as places that sold booze and fags to under-age teenagers, fuelling anti-social behaviour on the streets and helping make residents feel unsafe in their own neighbourhoods. More recently, that narrative has subsided, thanks to the… This story continues at ‘Dodgy stores’ threat | Editor’s comment […]
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  1. International

Tilda revamps its Spicy Mexican Rice

Tilda has unveiled a “new-and-improved”  Spicy Mexican Rice to the ready-to-heat market. The 250g pouch features a “fiery, tomato-based recipe designed to bring extra heat to tacos, burritos, and BBQ dishes, while eye-catching new packaging boosts standout and recognition on shelf”. The new recipe is… This story continues at Tilda revamps its Spicy Mexican Rice […]
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  1. Department: Nonfood

Fabulosa reveals new rebrand  

Fragrance-led household brand Fabulosa has unveiled a new brand identity as it continues to grow its presence. The new look and feel tested positively with consumers across multiple demographics and will be brought to market with a comprehensive and “high-impact” campaign – Clean Fabulously. The… This story continues at Fabulosa reveals new rebrand   Or […]
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  1. Owned Brands (Private Label)

Parfetts Go Local adds tuna to Own Brand range.

Parfetts has extended its own-brand offer with the launch of Go Local Tuna Chunks in Brine, strengthening its range of everyday grocery essentials for convenience retailers and consumers. Go Local Tuna Chunks in Brine is available in 145g can format, supplied in cases of 12… This story continues at Parfetts Go Local adds tuna to […]
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  1. Operations & Supply Chain

Cadbury Fingers ‘Fingers Crossed’ campaign returns

Cadbury is bringing back its ‘Fingers Crossed’ on-pack promotion for Cadbury Fingers with increased opportunities for consumers to win a cash up to an incredible £20k. Now in its third year, the promotion continues to drive brand growth by generating shopper engagement through added value… This story continues at Cadbury Fingers ‘Fingers Crossed’ campaign returns […]
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