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May 6, 2025 · A meteorological look at retail – Richard Bennett, retail account manager at the Met Office, reveals how the weather can impact your grocery businessDealing with the weather is …

Apr 23, 2004 · Proposals by the European Commission to scrap rules that limit the amount of alcohol and tobacco people can bring in from other EU countries could result in a massive …

6 days ago · This month we look at the top 10 advertisers in the ready meals, cook-in sauces, rice and pasta category, comprising spend from November 2002 to October 2003 to the previous …

May 1, 2025 · THE first Somerfield franchise store to be operated by an independent business opens in Heacham, near Hunstanton in Norfolk this week. Operated by Anglia Convenience …

May 11, 2004 · A GROWING number of MPs and local celebrities are signalling their support for National Independents' Day on June 1 and agreeing to put in a stint behind the tills at their …

Apr 23, 2004 · The Federation of Wholesale Distributors has conceded its legal appeal against Tesco's Adminstore bid could be financially crippling. The FWD has brought in a top City legal …

Apr 23, 2025 · The Co-operative Group has appointed Derek Matkin to the new post of business acquisitions manager for Northern and North Wales. It is the first such appointment made by …

Feb 25, 2025 · With each Red Bull Summer Edition helping to add significant growth to the overall Red Bull Editions portfolio, the latest limited-edition hopes to continue the trend of introducing …

Apr 1, 2025 · As more people focus on moderation, 43% are reducing the alcohol content of the drinks they consume. This has led to a generational shift, with almost 40% of 18- to 25-year …