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VST Group

A forecourt operated by VST Group in Devon was reportedly targeted in an arson attempt.

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Dutch Deposit Return

The Dutch deposit return specialist has launched Refund Ranger in the UK, expanding into a new market.

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Easter Retail Tips

Mondelēz highlights its best-sellers to give retailers an ‘egg-start’ on Easter and help them prepare for seasonal confectionery demand.

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Bira President

John Jones of Philip Morris & Son has completed his two years as President of Bira

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We Vape’s Mark Oates: the strange  resistance to harm reduction

Mark Oates examines what he describes as resistance to harm reduction and the debate around the approach.

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Little and often

Frequent, smaller purchases are central to convenience shopping, reflecting how shoppers use local stores for everyday needs and top-up trips.

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cyberattack

An employee cleans freezers that are out of power at an ICA suparmarket on Odengatan in Stockholm, on November 2, 2026 after a number of ICA and Coop stores have suffered problems with their refrigerators and freezers overnight.

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Christian Woolfenden

Asian Trader speaks to Christian Woolfenden of Mondelēz UK about the fast-changing chocolate and snacks category and its growth prospects.

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vape duty

BAT’s Jan Louw tells Asian Trader why vape duty and display restrictions could risk pushing some ex-smokers back to cigarettes or towards illicit products.

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 nicotine market

Illegal products, taxes and new restrictions are reshaping the nicotine market, bringing uncertainty and change across product categories.

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Ambient vibes

As shoppers save by cooking at home, ambient groceries are becoming a source of flavour and sales beyond the traditional cupboard staples.

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Merchandising

A practical look at merchandising mantras, with a focus on effective approaches and what retailers may want to rethink.

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​Courvoisier VS Cognac

Courvoisier VS Cognac

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convenience store in Wishaw

A convenience store in Wishaw has switched to Nisa, marking a change of symbol for the local retailer.

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UK Independents

IGD insight partner Patrick Mitchell-Fox discusses the outlook for Britain’s convenience channel and why independents need to stand out.

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convenience retailers

This exclusive profile puts Singh’s Premier in focus, exploring the retailer’s independent character.

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women in wholesale

From top left: Cheryl Hope, CJ Antal-Smith, Debbie Harrison OBE, Jo Wrate, Victoria Lockie

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Hugo Spritz cocktail drink
Hugo Spritz topped Square's list of the UK's fastest-growing cocktails between April and June 2026
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