1. Stores & Formats

Sainsbury’s Locals to get extended price match offer

Written by Posted on Less than 0 min read

Sainsbury’s has extended its Aldi Price Match promotion into convenience stores. The group announced today (4 November) that the offer is now available for all Sainsbury’s customers whether shopping in store or online. The news follows a recent reset of Sainsbury’s convenience stores, in which…

This story continues at Sainsbury’s Locals to get extended price match offer

Or just read more coverage at Talking Retail

View Original Article
Post Views: 172
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. Trends & External Forces

VK partners with Butlin’s Big Weekenders

The latest collaboration includes an exclusive on-pack promotion and party-led activation at Butlin’s Back to the 2000s Big Weekender, Skegness. Plus, fans of VK have the chance to win a weekend away to start the party at a Butlin’s Big Weekender in 2026 Launching at… This story continues at VK partners with Butlin’s Big Weekenders […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Agencies & Vendors

August rounds off solid summer of sales amid ‘glimmers of relief’

UK total retail sales increased by 3.1% year on year in August, against a growth of 1% in August 2024, according to the BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor. Food sales increased by 4.7% year on year in August, against a growth of 3.9% in August 2024 while… This story continues at August rounds off solid summer of […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Technology & Innovation

In-store AI security: Consumer concerns vs retailer benefits

A new report by VoCoVo highlights consumer concerns over in-store AI security as well as areas where AI is proving to be most effective. Shoppers are uncomfortable about the rise of AI on the shop floor, with the majority (59%) unhappy with retailers using it… This story continues at In-store AI security: Consumer concerns vs […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Channel: Convenience

BP launches its first dedicated EV charging and convenience hub

BP has announced the launch of its first new format EV charging and convenience hub at Cromwell Road on the A4 in Hammersmith, London. Fuel has been removed from the site and five ultra-fast bp pulse 300kW chargers installed, each capable of charging two cars… This story continues at BP launches its first dedicated EV […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Technology & Innovation

Cathedral City launches a new high protein, half fat range

The range is Cathedral City’s biggest innovation launch this year and will be available in four formats: block, sliced, grated, and minis. The new high protein, half fat cheddar range offers the same taste but with naturally high protein content and 50% less fat than… This story continues at Cathedral City launches a new high […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Stores & Formats

Series of convenience store armed robberies in Derbyshire

A string of seven armed robberies in Derbyshire has led to a £1000 reward for information. The robberies, which all took place in the last six weeks, saw significant amounts of cash stolen in robberies from stores including a Best One and several Co-ops by… This story continues at Series of convenience store armed robberies […]
< 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
  1. Media & Marketing

Staropramen hits TV screens with new advert

Staropramen returns to TV screens with a new ad and summer marketing campaign – ‘The Dollycoaster’. Live now, the 30-second TV spot builds on the momentum the brand has enjoyed since partnering with Staropramen brand ambassador and international film star Orlando Bloom. This latest campaign… This story continues at Staropramen hits TV screens with new […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. International

New SKE vape range: more details revealed

Global vape brand SKE has released further details of its new product line-up for the UK, which comes ahead of the ban on disposable devices coming into force next month (June). The range includes eight new devices spanning pod systems, refillables and advanced reusables. The… This story continues at New SKE vape range: more details […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

Shop staff need government help in budget, says Usdaw

Retail trade union Usdaw has called on the government to use November’s budget to protect retailers from the business rates increase and help shopworkers with the cost of living. Usdaw general secretary Joanne Thomas said: “We will be looking to the chancellor to announce another substantial… This story continues at Shop staff need government help in […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department: Adult Beverage

Kopparberg launches two new ciders

Kopparberg has launched two new ciders: a new Sweet Vintage Apple Cider that delivers a “sweet, refreshing taste with a crisp, full-bodied apple flavour” and a Mango flavour cider that “blends the tropical sweetness of mango with the crisp refreshment of apple cider”. Axel Tulip,… This story continues at Kopparberg launches two new ciders Or […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department: Food

Urban Eat unveils new limited-edition festive sandwiches

Urban Eat has launched a trio of Christmas limited-edition sandwiches: Chicken and Turkey Festive Feast Sandwich, Festive Cheese Sandwich and Festive Feast Toastie. The packs have been designed to capture the season, featuring hand-drawn illustrations and a scaled back use of colour to stand out… This story continues at Urban Eat unveils new limited-edition festive […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

More shoppers attracted to c-stores while favouring lighter trips

Latest findings highlighted by Lumina Intelligence Convenience Tracking Programme reveal a shift towards lighter shopping trips, the impact of weather on daytime meal occasions, and strategic growth in forecourt impulse purchases driven by expanded meal deal offerings. The Convenience Tracking Programme has uncovered significant shifts… This story continues at More shoppers attracted to c-stores while […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

Prolific St Albans shoplifters jailed

Two men from the St Albans district have been handed prison sentences for shoplifting offences. Thirty-five-year-old Harry Ventham was given a prison sentence at Hatfield Remand Court on Monday 23 June for six separate shoplifting offences in St Albans during #NeighbourhoodPolicingWeek. Ventham, from Luton but of… This story continues at Prolific St Albans shoplifters jailed Or […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Corporate Purpose

One Stop colleagues take on Yorkshire three peaks for BBC Children In Need

On 20 September 2024,38 colleagues from convenience retailer, One Stop, took part in a charity challenge through the Yorkshire Three Peaks for BBC Children In Need. Raising a staggering £25,000 (and counting), colleagues climbed through the popular circular trail that covers the peaks of Pen-Y-Ghent,… This story continues at One Stop colleagues take on Yorkshire […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

Wales threatens to ditch deposit return scheme if it can’t include glass

The Welsh government has threated to scrap its planned deposit return scheme (DRS) for single-use drinks containers if Westminster does not grant it the legal exemption it needs to include glass within the scheme. A DRS for England, Scotland and Northern Ireland is set to… This story continues at Wales threatens to ditch deposit return […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. CPG: Food

Skittles new citrus variant 

Mars Wrigley has announced the launch of Skittles Citrus, a mix of five flavours: Orange, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin, and Blood Orange. The new variant is set to excite shoppers and drive impulse sales this summer, a key moment for the category. Developed in response to… This story continues at Skittles new citrus variant  Or just […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Corporate Purpose

Scotmid partners with Pennies for dementia support

Scottish convenience retailer Scotmid has introduced a quick and easy way for customers to support people living with dementia, through a new partnership with micro-donations charity Pennies. The digital micro-donation option is now live across the Scotmid retail family, including Scotmid stores, Semichem stores in… This story continues at Scotmid partners with Pennies for dementia […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department: Food

Volumatic launches new website

Cash handling specialist Volumatic has launched its newly redesigned website this week. The updated site has been developed with existing and prospective customers in mind, delivering “a faster performance, easier navigation, and a more user-friendly experience”, in a fresh, modern design. Alongside the visual overhaul,… This story continues at Volumatic launches new website Or just […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department: Nonfood

Lee Castleton to issue proceedings in the High Court against Post Office and Fujitsu

Former postmaster Lee Castleton OBE has instructed the Simons Muirhead Burton (SMB) legal team to issue proceedings in the High Court against the Post Office and Fujitsu. In 2007, Castleton, a legally unrepresented ‘litigant in person’, was subject to a High Court judgment obtained against… This story continues at Lee Castleton to issue proceedings in […]
< 1 min read
0
Next