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Trends in tobacco and vaping In focus: Smoking and smoking alternatives

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Without doubt, tobacco is one of the most important categories for an independent retailer to get right. Not only for the revenue it brings, but also as a driver of footfall and repeat business from regular customers and the associated basket spend. According to the…

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