Retail Academy is re-launched to boost skills of staff in independent stores Duchy Originals range to launch at Waitrose next month Summer sales and good weather increase August high-street sales Survey reveals 'significant potential' for efficiency gains in food and drink supply chain Mark Prisk to speak at BRC annual dinner Lock-up shops in demand as 'cheaper retail options' for independents Subway looks to double c-store hot food outlets Trade urged to back Walk & Shop Day Local council support grows for minimum alcohol pricing NFU calls for action to increase British fruit and vegetable consumption and production Brecon MP backs Londis retailer's recycling plea Winter food on menu for bank holiday, says Waitrose Budgens launches 'grow your own' campaign for British Food Fortnight Retail Business Expo to set up seminars for retailers Forum launch online survey for small businesses to express banking concerns Brian Binley MP backs campaign to save local businesses Public divided over Government's minimum alcohol pricing proposal Carrier bag usage reduced in supermarkets Oakland International picked as finalist's at IGD Awards Co-op delivers strong food sales despite Somerfield integration Tobacco ban in shops 'would increase black market sales', reveals new survey Waitrose injects 'flower power' into new garden salad Asda lowers petrol prices in time for bank holiday weekend UK beef production is 'being threatened' by low pricing, says National Farmers Union Action needed on GCSE 'failures', say Northern Ireland retailers Londis appoints new director deliciouslyorkshire recipe book to hit Yorkshire Asda stores Licensed Trade should prepare for new alcohol rules, says WSTA VAT increase will have 'small impact' on retailers, says Retail Think Tank M&S confirms Robert Swannell as the next chairman Spar opens first supermarket in Nigeria Drive-through supermarket will give Tesco the edge in online retailing, says analyst MasterChef Live returns to London Retailers can win free access to Mary Portas' 'successful retailing' courses Warburtons goes all-electric for its bread deliveries in London Tesco's drive-thru store to open in Hertfordshire Household finances feel the strain in August BRC's lobbying ability strengthens Family spending power remains low, says Asda Shopbox set to 'revolutionise' home deliveries after Dragons' Den success 'Battle is on' between cash and contactless payments Nottingham pub re-opens as Spar convenience store Co-op and Somerfield shoppers boost fresh water initiative in Africa Sainsbury's Champagne sales up 40% Spar to sponsor new Channel Five cooking show Poundland profits rocket to £21.5m Waitrose's kicks off English apple season Scottish retail sales fall as shoppers become 'cautious' when spending Small firms fail to update their website daily Undervalued properties are 'preventing bank lending to small firms' Poundland proves popular with consumers, says analyst Asda cuts fuel prices across UK Latest grocery figures boosted by food price inflation Walmart announce 'good progress' in Asda sales Aviva urges businesses to review interruption cover to prevent under-insurance Co-op launches iPod competition for shoppers Grocery sales stable as retailers target 'Back to School' Retailer recruitment programme contributes to Costcutter sales growth Costcutter rewards retailers for World Cup competition Local and regional buyers dominate business sales market Charity donates £10,000 to Pakistan Flood Appeal Nisa-Today extends its waste packaging programme Government needs to make going green 'economically viable' for small businesses, says FSB Five delis fight it out for Deli of the Year title Supermarkets driving down costs of school uniforms, says Verdict Online shopping 'cheaper' than tax free airport goods RSPCA announces shortlist for its People's Choice Supermarket award Sainsbury's supports graduates with new job opportunities Poundland lines up 'ghoulish' offering for Halloween Research finds mobile browsing to be more popular than traditional home-shopping methods 'Golden oldies' are the future of retailing, says Skillsmart Retail report Budgens and Londis to launch in-store beer festival Retailers 'will invest in technology' as economy improves Trade calls Cameron 'irresponsible' over support for minimum pricing on alcohol Nisa-Today's payday for members Spar trades up to premium on festive wines Police 'more likely' to respond to small shop crime, says new survey Independent retailers 'vital' in fight to stop youth boozing Costcutter adds new 'Top Deals' promotional leaflet for independent retailers Online security failures leave small firms 'exposed' to payment processing fraud Wine Festival is major boost for Spar convenience stores Wine and spirit industry lines up top speakers for conference Independent retailers urged to act to prevent fridge and freezer problems Kantar Worldpanel grocery figures now available on the iPhone Shortlists announced for the Skillsmart Retail Rising Stars Awards Tesco renews contract with Norbert Dentressangle AF Blakemore search for new marketing director Sainsbury's to launch full range of milk bags Food price apocalypse is 'overstated', says Kantar Worldpanel Costcutter appoints new communications manager ACS launches tobacco display ban campaign Newsagents welcome restrictions on local council newspapers South-east customers to pay water bills at PayPoint outlet Sainsbury's and BT join forces with Channel 4 to sponsor London 2012 Paralympic Games Consumer confidence to blame for poor July retail sales Young coffee drinkers not satisfied with a cup of instant New report show Brits shop online at least once a week RSPCA announces independent retailer finalists in Good Business Awards 2010 Independent retailers to attend Oxford summer school Shoppers have an appetite for new grocery products Co-op looks to boost Variety Club in link with P&G ACS fears 'chaos' over carrier bag charge in Wales Food prices under pressure as price of wheat soars, says analyst Budgens launches own-brand Indian ready meals range Today's Group reports strong first half Government 'must deliver' on red tape, says BRC New red tape rules 'must be backed by real culture change', says private business group Sainsbury's opens extended superstore in Swadlincote Haldanes Stores chain launches local food initiative at Carterton store South joins Greene King as marketing director Contactless payments 'cut queues' in shops, claims Barclays BRC issues warning over food price inflation St Austell Brewery takes top bottled beer award at Camra festival Supermarket job claims are 'misleading', claim small shops ACS welcomes 'adjudicator' to oversee supermarket and supplier relationships Sainsbury's turns to nine-year-old judges for summer Facebook recipe campaign Stewart to join M&S as chief financial officer Eric Pickles is keynote speaker at convenience retailing event Minister urges supermarkets to 'improve country of origin labelling' on food products 'Stay healthy by drinking beer', says Camra Budgens launches 'Taste of Italy' promotion Waitrose launches its first-ever iPhone app and mobile website Banking figures 'confirm decline of small business lending', says FPB The Co-op grabs top cheese awards Sainsbury's launches mobile phone charger recycling initiative Brighton businesses target speed networking event record Sainsbury's trials prescription vending machines in Sussex stores Growth in retail employment is 'remarkable achievement', says new BRC research Forecourt opening is 10th Londis store for Kay Group Network Cider and energy drinks fuel c-store sales, says new research Demand for convenience stores still strong, says Christie + Co Landmark Wholesale's own-label proves a boon to summertime sales Spar wholesaler unveils corporate responsibility report Wholesale industry improving after 'turbulent' year, says Bibby Business anger at proposals to abolish retirement age Fine wine retailer Nicolas clinches distribution deal for its UK stores Anti-drink proposals are a threat to small shops, says ACS Sainsbury's scoops 11 medals at top spirits competition Morrisons and Cadbury launch exclusive limited edition charity chocolate bar Co-op launches first recycled plastic wheelie baskets through UK stores ACS backs London Assembly's 'Cornered Shops' report London mayor Boris Johnson is urged to save local shops from closure Convenience stores are winning battle against under-age purchasing, says new report Consumer spending levels will take five years to recover from recession, says new economic forecast 'Don't penalise responsible drinkers' in licensing laws shake-up, urges drinks trade Government to get tough over anti-social drinking with overhaul of the licensing laws Planning 'not the problem' for small retailers, says BRC New supply chain director for Waitrose Scottish retailers launch new-look supplier networking event Midcounties Co-op achieves top Investors in People award Constellation signs new deal for bulk wine imports ACS welcomes government commitment to bank lending Retailers look with confidence to increased high street sales, says CBI Independent is selling 'lowest-price petrol in the country' Banks are making it tougher for small businesses to borrow money, says new research Spar wholesaler signs five-year distribution deal People 'more pessimistic' about their finances after emergency Budget, reveals YouGov survey Drinks can recycling programme launched in Corby town centre Empac launches first interactive environmental scorecard for metal packaging Own-brand cooked meat ranges launched by Budgens and Londis Northern Ireland grocery store closes after opening of an Asda out-of-town supermarket Spar revamps website for European Athletics Championships British Shoppers want customer service with a smile, says American Express survey M&S opens new distribution centre in Bradford The Co-op and Barclaycard join forces to trial contactless payments Small firms to benefit from new membership scheme with Regus Spar manager receives police safety award Sainsbury's confirms commitment to Wales with store openings M&S is UK's 'most trusted retailer', says YouGov survey Partners for Growth launches new website Family spending declines in June, reveals new Asda data Retail sales climb thanks to hot weather and World Cup promotions Grocery sector benefits from World Cup boost SGF responds to tobacco display ban lunch! exhibition enters its third year BRC reacts to Food Standard Agency abolition Waitrose and Aberystwyth University join forces to boost global food security NFRN urges National Lottery Regulator to rethink Camelot's plans to extend commercial services Shoppers make changes to spending habits following recession New advertising campaign targets young drivers Retail shopping to 'get easier' over the next ten years Retail Industry Awards 2010: shortlist unveiled Warm weather boosts London's retail sales The Co-op wins 'good chicken' award BRC launches free property booklet for retailers Waitrose to 'double' its food stores The Co-op launches Apprenticeship Academy to inspire young people Competition for independent retailers hots up among symbol groups Contactless payment cards 'stuck in catch-22' Independent etailer steps up campaign for joint industry training 'toolkit' Tobacco display ban offers '£30m profit boost' for independents Supermarkets bond with customers, whilst fashion retailers 'need to make more effort' reveals survey Camelot bid to extend commercial use of Lottery terminals is 'provisionally' rejected Independent retailer steps up campaign for joint industry training 'toolkit' Tesco's sales world first lasagne sandwich Sainsbury's named UK's Best Volume Supermarket Public interest in new business ventures remains strong 100,000 employees at Morrisons to receive retail qualification Public call for tobacco display ban to be withdrawn The Co-op and Barclaycard join forces for new payment method WSTA appoints new policy and campaigns manager Post-recession recovery on the up for retailers Del Monte wins UK food award Food Standards Agency abolition is 'no surprise' says Eversheds Rosé wines continue to grow as Champagne sales get a boost Londis launches two new cereal lines Co-op's crime manager receives OBE Hot weather and summer clearances lift retail sales in June Thornbridge brewery sees sales double as new bottled beer range is launched Sainsbury's to plant two million trees UK's gluten-free food market expected to rise Co-op adds new sauce to Indian cooking range Co-op joins forces with Franz Ferdinand to inspire young people Health secretary to 'abolish' the Food Standards Agency Mary Queen of Shops launches classes to help small businesses Co-op wins award for charity work Best Buy's chief exec Paul Antoniadis quits New Kingsmill fleet will help deliver direct to local stores Consumers 'confidence collapsing' post Budget, says Execution Noble analyst Verdict analyst doubts Amazon's food selling ability M&S faces tough competition from Waitrose and John Lewis, says analyst Marks & Spencer UK sales rise 4.8% ACS urges Welsh Government to review tobacco display ban Shop price inflation falls in June Kingfisher and Midcounties Co-op win business awards Booker reveals total sales up nearly 5% McColl's and Martin's stores receive makeover The Co-op wins Best Banger in Britain award Co-op launches radio competition for brand managers Constellation to increase alcohol education in secondary schools ACS calls on retailers for minimum wage evidence Scottish retailers urge MSPs to consider alternative alcohol pricing mechanisms Waitrose to launch Heston Blumenthal's product range Waitrose first UK supermarket to open cookery school Tesco staff receive record shares payout Off-trade alcohol sales grow at the expense of pub trade Retailers praise Customs for seizing smuggled cigarette haul Smaller stores target for new Spar format Help for small stores from Mary Portas Spar to push independent message to shoppers New 'Euro-Leaf' organic labelling rules come into force William Grant clinches Irish spirits acquistion Poundland claims new food range is 'big hit' with shoppers Charity ball raises money for Victim Support and NewstrAid Sainsbury's opens new store in Trowbridge Budgens open monthly stores Budget does 'nothing' to improve consumer confidence Frozen food choices are 'uninspiring' according to consumers Co-op has new Manchester home The Co-op wins national green supermarket accolade Christmas sweetener for Londis Spring jump for Sainsbury's Budgens boosts fruit sales IGD focus on ethical values at global summit Prince calls for retailers to take action on sustainable fishing Asda signs up to health programme Retailers to make redundancies following VAT increase Sainsbury's debates future of cooking World Cup boosts supermarket sales Grocery market on the up, says Kantar SGF concerned for small shops following Budget announcement VAT rise a 'disappointment' says BRC ACS welcomes local shop support in Budget WSTA welcomes tax freeze Emergency Budget could harm independent retailers Winners of Quality Drink Awards announced Asda urges tennis fans to boycott overpriced strawberries Bestway acquires Bellevue cash and carry in Scotland Sainsbury's links up with MSN to launch internet food and drink channel Waitrose opens first of its smaller-format convenience stores Co-op members to share record £50m 'divi' Tesco builds interim store in Orkney Islands Public 'confused' about dairy products, says consumer research ACS tells MPs the issues facing local shops Sainsbury's will 'struggle' to grow, says analyst Small shops will close if tobacco display ban goes ahead, says the Democracy Institute Londis cashes in on World Cup with bumper beer offers Spar wholesaler AF Blakemore slashes trade prices of milk, sugar and lager Sainsbury's growth slows as its Vuvuzela horns become a 'must have' for football fans Tesco has 'best prospects' of the leading supermarkets, says analyst David Beckham lookalike greets shoppers at new Budgens store Waitrose launches on YouTube to extends links with Delia Smith and Heston Blumenthal Spar 'leads the way' in contactless payments in convenience retailing Costcutter clinches five-year supply deal with Red Orange symbol group Tesco hit by falling food prices as it makes a 'solid start' to the year Tesco is more popular among the young and Scottish shoppers, says survey Retail trade fears more alcohol duty increases in emergency Budget Spar launches 'No 1 Dad' mugs for Father's Day Majestic Wine boosted by move to six-bottle case sales Father's Day spending to boom despite economic downturn Asda searches for curry dishes inspired by England's World Cup squad Spar clinches five-year deal with Bourne Leisure Group Sainsbury's to boost trade with Africa by £250m Spar International goes football crazy with World Cup website Chocolate giants support CTN World 2010 Booker launches new British produced mature cheddar Marks & Spencer cuts packaging and carrier bags in 'green' initiative Countryside is 'overrated', reveals Waitrose study Government 'must review tobacco display ban', say ACS More people expected to entertain at home during World Cup Waitrose appoints new directors 'Retirement prospects improving' say retail business owners Shop price inflation figures slowed in May Sainsbury's tops supermarket 'fairness' poll Impulse retailers predict sales boost during World Cup Analysts welcome 'smooth transition of power' at Tesco Warm weather boosts May retail sales Co-op launches Healthier Choice range Midcounties Co-op awarded 'silver' in Corporate Responsibility Index Leading retailers to talk at BRC conference Morrisons appoints new directors Sir Terry Leahy to retire as Tesco CEO Internet shopping from mobiles set to double Independent retailer grows veg on Budgens roof Government should focus on spending cuts, not tax increases, says BRC Tesco and Sainsbury's are 'most likely' World Cup winners in retail Christie Finance helps experienced independent retailer to expand business Welsh bag tax will 'hit local shops hardest', says ACS New Co-op app lets shoppers see where their food is grown New frozen yoghurt launches at Bath and West Show Foster's expands wine advice scheme to independent retailers Ideal looks to roll out CTN fascia nationally Camelot's Lottery bill payments plan is ready to roll Waitrose to open its first Bahrain store Tesco staff share £105m bonus payout Private businesses welcome government's regulation-busting action plan Londis strengthens its fresh meat range Capper & Co retail director retires Budgens and Londis celebrate South African Wine Festival with giveaways Private businesses urged to 'plan ahead' for World Cup Co-op food launches electrical shop pilots New survey reveals corner shops are under threat Henderson Group announces impressive increase in sales in Northern Ireland Co-op appoints new directors WSTA responds to guidance on alcohol Local shops at risk if alcohol licences limited CitizenCard offers free cards to national ID card holders Mary Portas launches consumer retail website Scottish retailers back ban on below-cost sales of alcohol over minimum pricing Asda's Netto deal is 'first challenge' to government competition policy Triple Nectar points at Sainsbury's this bank holiday Morrisons cut petrol prices for bank holiday weekend Co-op helps tackle negative image of young people by investing money Raising VAT rate would cost jobs, says BRC Spar achieves global sales success Asda to buy Netto UK stores Co-op appoints new food manager Sugro launches National Cuppa Day campaign Sales growth for grocery sector Private Business Forum hopes Queen's Speech will 'get the nation's finances back on track' 'No more legislation needed' in fight against binge drinking, says BRC Co-op to hold food seminar at Royal Bath and West Show Record number of employees complete Morrisons training programme ACS 'concerned' over the Government's decision to scrap ID cards Local shops urge Chancellor to 'think carefully' ahead of Emergency Budget UK consumers call for improved vegetarian ranges Small firms could show Government how to deal with shrinking budgets Government's plans to reduce public spending is the right move, says BRC Marks & Spencer reports positive food sales Marlboro launches mystery shopper scheme East of England Co-op celebrates strong sales performance Shopping behaviour has 'fundamentally changed' due to recession Welcome for Tesco backing for Government drinking campaign Local radio station broadcasts from Londis shop New research shows alcohol packaging should contain health warnings Sainsbury's is number one for animal welfare due to record sales Tesco 'backs minimum alcohol pricing' Visit Devon supports campaign to protect its 'cream tea' image WSTA welcomes ban on cheap alcohol Small businesses 'could benefit' from coalition agreement measures World Cup to be 'bigger than Christmas trading' for independent retailers Footfall rises in independents, but spending remains flat, report finds Independent retailers look to grow in tough economic climate Tobacco display ban hopes raised by coalition Rural stores urged to 'tailor' offering to build up trade Plea by independent retailers for joint plan on staff training Quality Drink Awards shortlist revealed Government targets supermarkets and pubs in binge drinking clampdown Smart drinking campaign wins Drinks Business award Retail businesses hit record low last year Retailers rely on World Cup to boost sales Brits spend most in Europe on ready meals Eurospar commended for local food sourcing Animal welfare is Britain's top food concern Morrisons triumphs at the Re:fresh Awards Work and time pressures to blame for shoppers skipping breakfast Costcutter launches World Cup campaigns UK Co-op launches first-ever Co-operatives Fortnight Asda like-for-like sales fall 0.3% as tough market continues New deal to help retailers with online trading Sharesave scheme to pay out £47m to Asda Staff Co-op adds beansprouts to its Fairtrade range New appointments unveiled at Spar UK Date set for independent newsagents' awards evening Waitrose retro ice lollies on the rise Budgens cider festival drives sales London retail sales hit by Easter and ash drama Co-op comes out on top in supermarket survey Marks & Spencer and Co-op win at British Sandwich Industry Awards Consumer confidence at its highest, says BRC Local Co-operative store to educate youngsters Study shows 'wine oxidises in plastic after six months' Food wholesalers 'concerned' over potential tax increases Independent newsagents welcome 'end to uncertainty' with formation of coalition government New national insurance policy 'better for small firms and jobs' Sainsbury's turns in bumper sales performance Call goes out for official 'Ale Taster' in London UK consumers to 'increase their leisure spending' during World Cup Andy Hornby to deliver 2010 BRC retail lecture Small businesses give cautious welcome to new Government Marks & Spencer launches mobile shopping site Andy Clarke confirmed as new Asda boss Retail sales fall due to short Easter trading period Test-tube alcoholic drinks given 'green light' by Portman Group Children get active for Spar running events Sir Geoff Hurst to boost Booker World Cup campaign Local Shops Pledge supporters go on to become MPs, says ACS Independent retailers urged to get behind British Food Fortnight Appleby backs independent Spar retailers Costcutter is 'still keen' to buy rivals Mace on target for 1,000 independent stores New World wines grow in importance as Champagne declines in The Power 100 Free milk jugs for customers at Sainsbury's 'Consumers are nervous' due to political uncertainty, says Mintel Midlands Co-op appoints new CEO Sainsbury's to create 100 jobs with new innovative programme Andy Clarke lined up for Asda's chief executive role Co-op to add English wine to its Grown by Us range Morrisons sees slow sales growth Independent retailers still undecided on who to support in general election Sainsbury's becomes official sponsor of London 2012 Paralympic Games Record performance for Midlands Co-op Co-op signs deal with 5one to reveal shopper behaviour Fresh meat sales on the up for Spar wholesaler AF Blakemore Spar opens a new store in India Poor weather forces up food inflation, says BRC Co-op moves into wine production with own English vineyard Small businesses are hopeful of post-recession boost Haldanes recruits new retail marketing member to boost company brand Athletics game is on with Spar International World Cup could see off-licence sales peak, says NFRN Drinkslink Independent newsagents welcome Lib Dem call for re-think on tobacco display ban Campaign lined up for new-look Thunderball lottery game Sainsbury's to make 'multi-million pound investment' to cut check-out queues Grocery ombudsman needs to be 'totally independent', says ACS E-commerce seen as 'greener way to shop', says survey Scottish government slammed over tobacco display ban secrecy OFT drops some Tesco dairy probe charges Morrisons welcomes OFT decision to drop dairy probe allegations Candy Rocks takes on a Halloween theme for Sweet Charity Party leaders given guide on small business issues ahead of tonight's TV debate G4S Cash Solutions extends Morrisons supermarket contract Londis celebrates milestone year Election debates boost food sales, says Sainsbury's National Brewery Centre to open in Burton Big climb in alcohol marketing ideas vetted by Portman Group Asda claims 'price guarantee' puts an end to supermarket price wars Tesco gets market share boost thanks to Clubcard promotion Waitrose leads supermarket surge Russian winery to exhibit at London International Wine Fair for the first time Consumers advised on how to avoid wine fraud Booker slashes leading grocery product prices to independent retailers Budgens in 'better position' to compete in tough food and drink retailing climate Waitrose to open in York for the first time Tesco to open 180 stores at midnight for Blu-Ray release of Avatar Spar expands in Denmark with opening of 18 Eurospars Asda research shows families are worse off than a year ago New Morrisons' boss to speak at IGD convention Tesco launches social networking site with Cancer Research North of England tops retail fraud league table Bargain Booze adds 30 c-stores to estate Appleby Westward opens first company-owned Spar c-store Independents flock to save energy costs on chillers Irish display ban boost for counterfeit tobacco Independent retailer hits the jackpot in general election deal Spar backs 'summer of sport' with £2m spend Duchess of Cornwall and 'Hairy Bikers' launch British Food Fortnight Frozen food growth begins to slow Election candidates sign up to 'local shops pledge' Retail loyalty cards do not create customer loyalty, says new research Tesco results slightly disappointing, but strategy is on track, says analyst Chelmsford Star Co-op snaps up three convenience stores in Essex 'Aggressive' Tesco comes under fire from Friends of the Earth Independent retailer gets the green light to acquire former Co-op store Political parties urged to occupy empty shops during election Tesco has 'weathered the economic storm' as profits rise again, says Sir Terry Leahy Scots retailers call for more clarity on alcohol bill Nisa Local retailer Kishor Patel launches new outlet Easter boost for London retail sales Smaller firms could be 'baffled' by new equality laws Small shops campaign heads to Pro-retail exhibition Champagne sales get boost from price cutting, says Spar Consumption of fruit and vegetables is 'increasing', says IGD Morrisons to appeal over OFT tobacco pricing decision Asda expansion plans make Home Retail Group bid unlikely, says analyst New wine buying website offers 'exclusive, interesting and quirky' range Asda unveils five-year plan to expand in food, non-food and e-commerce retailing Sainsbury's sees sales of milk bags soar OFT imposes £225m fines on retailers and tobacco companies over retail price links London International Wine Fair launches bloggers' zone ACS urges general election candidates to support small shops Tesco to hit the road with 'Enjoy the Taste of Scotland' food festival Sainsbury's shoppers show animal welfare support Whole Foods to 'open more smaller shops' in London New Co-op campaign promotes legal services Arrest made over murder of shopkeeper Diana Garbutt Two north-east of England Spar stores go up for sale Online election broadcasts target Asda mums Cards replace cheques and cash when it comes to consumer spending Major retailers oppose party manifesto pledges to appoint a supermarket ombudsman Organic food sales fall due to 'tough economic climate' Cameron gets election campaign rolling with cash and carry visit Popularity of online shopping is catching up with high street stores Usdaw supports public opposition to extension of Sunday trading hours Retailer employees' crime stats revealed Marks & Spencer deliver strong sales performance Government scrap cider tax increase Sainsbury's adds credit cards to its finance services Closing date approaches for food and drink careers competition Food inflation slows to a three-year low 'No public support' for changes to Sunday laws, says ACS poll Tesco aims at 10% share of financial services Co-op creates 'green shopping basket' Independent newsagents launch general election manifesto Asda sees fall in family spending power New milk price for Tesco Retailers 'need to show more commitment' to sourcing British beef and lamb New property tax hikes could harm retailers, says BRC Retailers 'ready to reduce carbon emissions' NFRN signs up Alan Toft for Drinkslink off-licence initiative 'Make UK the small business capital of Europe', urges FPB Booker's Premier symbol group breaks through 2,500-store barrier Champagne house sees 'red' over English ale Consumer confidence at a low as election looms Midcounties Co-op celebrates 'outstanding' performance Supermarkets see growth fall to 'pre-recession low' Wine merchants can 'cash in' on consumer demand for expertise Supermarkets look to Easter promotions to boost 'lacklustre' sales Food and drink supply chain urged to unite to cut packaging waste 'Education, not regulation' needed in fat and sugar debate Political leaders to deliver election broadcasts to Asda shoppers ACS welcomes Post Office banking proposals Retailers say Tory tax proposals 'don't go far enough' Waitrose 'to buy' Eat sandwich chain Tesco to sell solar panels Waitrose to open small convenience store Sainsbury's store to expand and save energy Plea for public help to find murderer of postmistress Diana Garbutt Nine out of 10 small firms 'unhappy' over Budget 2010 Food industry urged to make cuts in saturated fats and added sugar in leading brands Independent newsagents unite in fight against a tobacco display ban Minimum alcohol pricing 'too controversial' close to general election Surrey convenience store is best small shop NFRN and NewstrAid charity team up for Big Curry Night Minimum alcohol pricing 'could boost' booze sales, says OFT Spar sees growth in multiple independent store ownership Independent retailer Jonathan James starts work on store upgrades Diageo on target to recruit convenience stores to spirits initiative London International Wine Fair launches improved eCatalogue with TastingBuddy Independent newsagents will be worst hit by duty increases, says NFRN Scottish retailers attack minimum wage increase 'Freedom from Fear' campaign gathers support to beat retail crime Food sales slow in a more buoyant total retail scene Waitrose launches new lunchtime range Independent retailers reject calls to cut number of shops selling tobacco Budget 'will benefit small firms' says Forum of Private Business Scottish retailers criticise Budget moves Murdered shopkeeper had 'head injury', say police Rise in minimum wage 'threatens retail jobs', claims ACS National minimum wage increase is 'irresponsible', says British Retail Consortium Retailers want Darling to restore consumer confidence and secure future growth Tax on spirits has risen by '21.5% in two years', says GVA ACS angry over Budget business rate relief decision Budget tax rise on alcohol brings "more misery" to drinks trade and consumers Independent retailers 'disappointed' over tobacco duty increases Tobacco duty rises will 'fuel' trade in smuggled cigarettes Cider loses out in Budget Sainsbury's trading statement points to 'sharp slowing' in UK grocery growth Which? warns over 'health claims' on doughnuts and sausages Murder inquiry after post office robbery victim dies 'Ban smoking in public places', urges doctors Marks & Spencer to open at Birmingham Airport Sainsbury's completes a strong year Future consumer spending and high material costs are main fears of small businesses Independent newsagent voted in as Scottish NFRN president Second month of high street growth 'expected to continue through Easter' Co-operative switches to rail to save food miles Londis launches 'swap to save' Budget 'not a big issue' for most small businesses Retail finalists in 2010 Community Heroes award unveiled by ACS Forecourt store looks to boost Help for Heroes charity through sponsored walk Guide launched to help retailers over shelf-life of ready-to-eat foods Independent Nisa retailer cleared to take on former Somerfield supermarket ACS attacks planning 'failure' after Whittlesey supermarket scheme gets the green light Small shops hit by double whammy of increased costs and VAT rise Sainsbury's Justin King raises £100,000 for Sport Relief Asda appeals to Twilight fans with midnight sale of New Moon Newsagents call on Darling to scrap National Insurance increases Retailers 'need to check' if CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme applies to them Darling urged to scrap corporation tax for small businesses in Budget Co-op scoops top award at Seafood Champions Tesco and Spar back Diploma in Retail Business initiative Newsagents welcome new move over Scottish public information notices Search is on to find replacement for Rose at Marks & Spencer Sainsbury's boss Justin King takes to the road for Sport Relief Bees sign in at 'hotels' at new Sainsbury's store Sainsbury's links with Imperial College to reduce carbon footprint Record profits for The Co-op as benefits of Somerfield acquisition come into play Unilever 'leads the way' in sustainability Kenneth Clark will be keynote speaker at BRC event Spar grows presence in India with opening of 80,000sq ft hypermarket Country-of-origin food labelling a 'step nearer', says NFU Retailers welcome proof-of-age initiative by Scottish Youth Commission Tesco signs up Liverpool brewer Cains in national deal Scottish retailers voice worries over Alcohol Bill SGF joins in Scottish Grocery Retailers Forum Fresh fruit on the snacking menu for adults and children Sainsbury's sponsors UK School Games Independents extend Spar convenience format on Isle of Wight Poundland looks to open more than 50 new stores and create 2,000-plus jobs Newsagents outline fears over shop crime and tobacco display ban London retail sales on the up following 'snow-induced blip' BRC welcomes Oddbins Specsavers everywoman retail awards welcomes entries New software could extend wholesale drop shipments for independent convenience stores Waitrose to be 'first' supermarket to sell new-season British strawberries Marks & Spencer offers £10,000 for 'top green idea' Businessman ordered to pay £3.25m and jailed over egg scandal Asda looks to make Mother's Day a special event Bestway revives Best-in symbol fascia Customs sponsors TV business show Spar wholesaler invests for the future Spar looks to target younger shoppers in digital shake-up Local shops need to 'shout about' community work, says survey 'Oldest malt whisky' is unveiled by Gordon & MacPhail Morrisons predicts 'challenging' year for shoppers Co-op scoops top energy-saving award Supermarkets expect to increase staff training budgets over the next decade Retailers need 'to do more' to cut carbon dioxide emissions from vehicle fleets Asda, Which? and charities unite over food labelling rules Asda launches jobs programme for teenagers Retailers demand 'heavier sentences' for violent criminals Camelot launches Lottery Scratchcards campaign Newsagents angry over margin cut on Scottish Daily Express Retailers need to sharpen up returns policy Darling urged to support local shops in Budget Supermarket price promotions boost new product sales Independent retailer Harry Tuffin to move into Cheshire Retailers urged to support London's Olympics Waitrose plan to increase sales Retailers urged not to discount temporary recruitment UK retailers 'lead the way' on food labelling UK retailers take action on climate change Co-op named Responsible Retailer of the Year Co-op converts own-brand turkey products to Elmwood Friends of the Earth welcomes Tesco store rejection Grocery packaging targets unveiled Co-op reduces packaging on Fairtrade Easter Eggs Delia Smith and Heston Blumenthal to front Waitrose campaign Supermarket sales growth stalls as shoppers remain cautious Tesco and Asda battle hots up in grocery market Food inflation drops to three-year low Co-op continues to fund Plan Bee campaign Costcutter raises £1,209 for Haiti Appeal Job losses feared as Tesco shuts Middlewich depot Chelmsford Star Co-op snaps up another convenience store M&S launches £100,000 competition to customers Free eye test service to launch at Tesco Cut public spending or risk another recession, says BRC Loyd Grossman pasta sauce is recalled New initiative for young people in the food and drink industry Marks & Spencer launches eco and ethical plan programme Asda promotes Andrew Moore to head up George clothing brand Asda fails students' Fairtrade school uniform test Three teenagers arrested over shopkeeper murder Small retail businesses show varied understanding of employment law, reveals new study Small firms are losing out on energy deals, says FPB Recession has changed consumer food and drink purchasing behaviour Morrisons supports England World Cup bid Friends of the Earth demands compulsory meat labelling code Co-op celebrates Fairtrade Fortnight 'Families no better off' after recession, says Asda Income Tracker Business crime forum elects independent newsagent as chairman Spring clean promotion launched by Booker Booker link with NFRN reaps reward of £140,000 Newsagents' federation quits industry group New stores open for independent retailer Harry Tuffin Food brand is incorrectly charged over VAT Co-operative wins top farmer award New survey reveals M&S as top digital performer ACS welcomes planning 'need test' on Conservative Green Paper Gilletts of Callington snaps up Somerset Spar store Bad service results in lost customers, says new research Morrisons awarded the 'Red Tractor' quality mark Food industry takes millions of HGV miles off UK roads Local brewers prosper in declining beer market South African wine overtakes French wine in UK market Shoppers care about their carbon footprint, says new report Asda looks to the future with smaller stores Asda claims low pricing strategy is 'right for our customers' Supermarkets steal share of children's clothing market UK market for wine is on the rise 'Retailers need more help to tackle crime', says ACS Promotional egg campaign drives sales for AF Blakemore Final call for retail star apprentices and their employers The Co-op celebrates double win at Cambridge Folk Festival The Co-op gears up for biggest-ever Fairtrade Fortnight Thorntons sales decline but profits improve Convenience retailers are 'missing a trick', says Shoppercentric ACS welcomes under-age drinking education 'No duty rises' on alcohol, urges WSTA Retailers have 'protected customers' over VAT inflation, says BRC Premier Foods sales up 6.5% London's January retail sales are 'weakest in five years', says BRC Waitrose weekly sales up by 9% Sainsbury's claims to be world's largest Fairtrade retailer M&S to launch home energy service division Retailers 'already recognise the importance of alcohol labelling', says BRC PPL disappointed by music copyright decision 'Let 16 year olds vote', says The Co-op Dole Fresh UK sponsors Fruity Friday awareness campaign ACS welcomes music licensing battle decision Store-music victory for retailers Credit regulations delay a 'welcome move', says BRC Retailers have a 'positive attitude' towards training Shop Save scheme rolls out to 1,300-plus newsagents Symbol groups gear up for ‘fierce' battle over stores Retailers in revolt over axed Blueprint alcohol scheme Big beer drinkers turn from pubs to off-trade Fake ID card warning to retailers over under-age sales Scottish retailers face 'huge rises' in business rates, says SRC FWD's solutions on alcohol duty fraud praised by Treasury Recession not the only reason for empty shops, says BRC Co-op presents charity RNID with £3.7m Diet habits are revealed in FSA survey Shop vacancies continue to rise across UK Jagermeister appeal after lorry theft Morrisons donates CD sales to Haiti Appeal Retail loyalty schemes proves popular through recession Food sales up thanks to bad weather, says BRC Tesco signs up with OB10 for electronic invoicing ACS concerned over ‘blanket powers' to end 24-hour drinks licensing Costcutter joins Rural Shops Alliance EC unveils new organic products logo Tesco launches fast-track manager training for school leavers Spar store becomes a Co-op Iceland searches for a new face to replace Coleen Nolan China to overtake US as largest grocery market Tories will 'block' Tesco growth plans Tesco to boost Haiti earthquake appeal through Clubcard Retailers urged to recruit apprentices to aid economic recovery Entries in for Deli of the Year award British retailers fear rising energy costs SGF backs small business rate relief scheme Scottish retailers welcome grocery code of practice ACS concerned over Grocery Ombudsman Iceland boss under fire over grocery ombudsman comments Grocery code of practice must be enforced, says Friends of the Earth Co-op is 'top of the food retailers' in new wine guide New supermarket code of practice comes into play New supermarket code is 'long overdue' says NFU ‘Consumers remain cautious,' says Execution Smallest stores can benefit from EPoS, says SPEDI Shop price inflation up 2.3% Snow slows down grocery sales Food discounters out in the cold as major supermarkets go head-to-head Waitrose goes green and urges other retailers to follow suit Staff accidents cost retail sector £2m Bolland to join M&S early on £975,000 salary Small businesses call for action over retirement age ACS urges ministers to tackle tobacco black market Actionline Roadshow heads for Youings in Barnstaple, Devon Discount food retailers need to use 'different formats' to grow Battery recycling 'not all down to retailers' says BRC Makro appoints new head of own-brand IGD survey reports strong support for local food ACS welcomes police powers to confiscate booze from under-18s Alesha Dixon and Co-op back Variety Club appeal Tobacco display ban decision "damaging for small shops" Morrisons appoints chief executive Lottery retailers get set for £85m EuroMillions jackpot Customer satisfaction: supermarkets pip non-food retailers Scotish retailers angry over hidden costs of tobacco display ban Booker backs battery laws with recycling kits for retailers Retailers and police to act after newsagent's murder One-third of consumers are "less confident" about 2010 prospects Grocery shopping costs will rise, says consumer survey Waitrose to launch new-look consumer magazine Asda trials re-usable packs for fabric conditioners Scottish retailers angry over hidden costs of tobacco display ban Retailers criticise Lib Dem tobacco survey New chief exec looks likely for Morrisons Official sales figures ‘too pessimistic' says BRC Co-op to launch in-house store system Retailers see 'slow climb out of recession' Asda boss quits for Fat Face Co-op donates £50,000 to Haiti Appeal ACS launches Heroes Award 2010 Doal Food & News wins ‘best in Britain' prize Bestway unveils new team buying structure Asda announces new alcohol category director Independent retailers ‘ahead of the game' at Christmas Morrisons outshines rivals in Christmas war Co-op unveils major shake-up to food business Scottish retail sales report solid December Tesco donates to Red Cross Haiti Appeal Retailers have ‘nothing to fear' from booze code ACS reacts to Johnson's ‘corner shop' stereotype Sainsbury's basics tomatoes to be sold in cartons Landmark aims to boost retailers' post Christmas sales Heart of England Co-op posts rise in festive sales Kraft finalises Cadbury takeover deal Online grocery shopping to ‘double' by 2014 East of England Co-op reveals ‘positive' Christmas trading figures ‘Man-made fats can damage health' say doctors 1% fat milk popular with consumers Morrisons to top festive trading war Retailers experience best December for seven years Bread and milk prices drop for independent retailers Tesco leads the way with light-weight wine bottle Recession continues to impact shoppers FSA research backs retailers' approach to country of origin Alcohol crackdown on under 21s Recession to blame for retail property decline Independent retailers aid Help for Heroes with £25,000 donation Charity welcomes supermarket ombudsman Government 'dithers' on supermarket watchdog 'More help' needed for food suppliers Retailers not convinced about alcohol labelling switch Thorntons festive sales fall Retailers are urged to prepare for energy efficiency scheme Fresh produce and local shopping boost Booker Scottish grocers back retail ombudsman Local shops back grocery ombudsman move Conservative Party launches new Green Paper New distribution director for Nisa-Today's Supermarkets angry over ombudsman decision Consumer appetite for retail marketing surges to five-year high Local store to the rescue MSYS 2010 dates announced Snow proves a boon to local shopping BRC reports strong retail sales for December Cadbury rejects Kraft's offer as its performance strengthens Consumers call for carbon food labels Tesco enjoys best Christmas sales for three years Booker to say 'thank you' to independent retailers Discounters decline as leading supermarkets cash in on ‘premium Christmas' Bestway grows wholesale profits by 16.8% Waitrose leads Christmas sales with 13.6% growth Poundland festive sales up a third Raj Krishan joins The Today's Group Ethical trading boosts Co-op's Christmas trading Final call for retail training scholarships Set back for Sainsbury's store plan Tesco plans eco-store for Lincolnshire Asda to build new store in Shropshire ACS hits out at government over cost of tobacco display ban MPs demand crackdown on alcohol advertising Christmas cheer for supermarkets New controller for Landmark Wholesale Market must drive food policy, says BRC Food sales boost for Midcounties Co-op Recession leads to sharp rise in retail crime Sainsbury's hails record Christmas and boosts workforce Portman Group raises concerns over TV product placement Supermarket sales surge as snow returns Food inflation up in December Careers boost for retail sector BRC slams Tory plan to introduce supermarket ombudsman Sales boost for Majestic Wine M&S food sales rise lags behind clothing Change at the top for Landmark Wholesale Asda launches biggest price-cut campaign for 10 years Sainsbury's gets back to Basics with Jamie Oliver Christmas cheer for Waitrose Value for money drives frozen food market DHL wins Nisa-Today's distribution deal Ad campaign breaks for Co-op and Somerfield Midlands Co-op boss to retire Strong start for Waitrose in Glasgow Online boost for supermarkets Government planning policy fails local shops TMA slams government for VAT rise Bumper Christmas for Costcutter Shops to get £1.37bn late spending bonus on Christmas Eve £60m boost to Anglia Regional Co-operative UK families are £8 a week better off, says Asda Shoplifting declines but retailers are given a seasonal warning Tesco launches online sales push AM2PM retailers recognised at awards Morrisons returns to Penrith after fire Supermarkets attacked for selling cheap alcohol Asda and Tesco gear up for Christmas rush Sainsbury's predicts record cash withdrawals from ATMs BRC calls for monthly rents for retailers Asda plans new store for Scotland New Tesco Metro to open in St Albans Waitrose set for frozen winter Sainsbury's extends carbon footprint scheme Tesco beats Sainsbury's in battle for Devon store ACS backs Grocery Market Ombudsman Bill Convenience store boss leaves Sainsbury's BRC expects better Christmas for retailers Retailers braced for tough start to 2010 Retail sales set back in November Bumper Christmas for UK retailers? FSA offers safe turkey cooking tips Tesco and Sainsbury's lock horns over superstore site Food sales growth slows in Scotland Food prices put brakes on inflation rate ASA dismisses claims of sexism against M&S Long queues threaten festive profits Spar reports sales increase Drinks industry bolsters backing for Drinkaware Former Coca-Cola boss joins Morrisons Tesco and Ocado hike up Christmas delivery charges Asda adopts Sainsbury's catchphrase Tesco slashes prices on party food to entice X Factor viewers Skillsmart Retail to continue as Sector Skills Council for Retail Tesco opens for business in flood-hit Workington Capital gain in retail sales in November MPs criticise supermarkets for selling cheap alcohol Shoppers to up festive food spend Food and drink manufacturers cut carbon emissions Retailers optimistic of better Christmas than last year Rhythm & Booze buys First Quench stores Tesco top for Christmas savings UK consumers slowly turning green Aldi to absorb VAT hike Co-operative Farms put turkey on the menu Tobacco price hike will fuel smuggling boom No relief for wine merchants New look planned for London's top wine fair National insurance hike "madness" says BRC ACS calls for chancellor to cut business costs in pre-Budget report Grocery sales growth slows down in November Web savvy shoppers put grocers under pressure Supermarkets cash in as consumers shrug off recession Food price inflation rises Grandmother opposes Sainsbury's new store plan Canny retailers on course for good Christmas Tesco targets upmarket Christmas trade Weak sales growth as consumer confidence remains fragile Tesco growth slower than forecast Independents struggle to pay staff above minimum wage Asda keeps birds eye view on Christmas turkeys Tesco opens zero carbon supermarket Tesco and Sainsbury's hit local traders in Brighton Recession drives up retail efficiencies Morrisons launches cut-price lager offer Co-op boss opens new Bingley store Asda tea towel sales surge as school nativity season looms Calorie information on the menu Tesco set for expansion drive? Waitrose opens convenience store in south east Tesco to open temporary shop in flood torn Workington New supermarket Asco opens in Warrington Asda wins World Cup merchandising rights Sainsbury's boosts electric van fleet Quality Food Awards 2009: The Winners Supermarkets cut Champagne prices Promotional deals dominate in third quarter Grocery manufacturers invest in sustainability Waitrose to open store in North Wales IGD calls for clarity on portion sizes Haldanes hits expansion trail Residents to discuss Sainsbury's plan for Bristol Asda under fire for lack of British meat Grocers set standard for online retailers Christmas bonus for Tesco customers Staff management the key to cutting theft November setback for consumer confidence BRC helps retailers fight crime Christmas savings for Co-op and Somerfield customers Gaymer cider business sold to Magners Tory think tank calls for curbs on supermarket power Wine Rack to trade on in south east SRC backs opposition to Alcohol Bill Tobacco display ban edges closer Discounting level down on a year ago Consumers get into the Christmas swing Government rejects Tesco plan with Everton FC in Kirkby Costcutter rules out First Quench bid Tesco boss more trusted on recession than Lib Dems Alcohol to dominate pre-election agenda for convenience stores, says ACS Sainsbury's gets clearance for new store in Slough Consumers plan Christmas cut backs Shoppers turn downmarket to cope with recession Rapid increase forecast in non-food supermarket sales M&S and Co-op move to slash energy bills Waitrose teams up with Shell to sell convenience foods Tesco launches sweeter tomato M&S creates park life in Cardiff Asda joins scheme to cut red tape Bob Dylan helps Co-op win green award Asda calls for retailers to keep costs down for consumers Cost of Christmas dinner to rise at supermarkets ACS backs government's business rates scheme M&S tops family brand survey Waitrose chief tipped for Morrisons job Defra moves to halt decline in domestic production Co-op switches to online alarm system Almost 400 more First Quench stores to close Tesco to offer broadband Waitrose cleans up in Clerkenwell Asda to expand Lowestoft store Who will take the helm at Morrisons? Tesco Express opens in Leigh, Essex Local shops not helped by Energy Bill, says ACS M&S ad branded sexist Sparkling result for Sainsbury's champagne Lower inflation stalls food sales growth New M&S chief to spearhead international growth Bolland to leave Morrisons in peak condition Morrisons chief to head up M&S in New Year Polish food sales bounce back at Tesco Poundland to open 250th store Co-op to raise funds for children's appeal Tesco boss voted master brand builder Sainsbury's beats Tesco to launch staggered BOGOF deal Government fails to help retailers hit by business rates rise, says BRC Sainsbury's set to open biggest store in Scotland No surprises on supermarket shelves expected in 2010 Inflation fall could slow Morrisons' growth TNS disputes claim that Sainsbury's has lost customers Tesco wins permission to sell newspapers in Portland NFU urges supermarkets to support British livestock BRC hails success of recycling scheme Profit boost for Majestic Wine Sainsbury's loses business to rivals FDF slams Which? lunchbox report ACS welcomes change to licensing Bill Inflation slowdown dampens food sales growth in London Tesco extends reach in China Waitrose thanks M&S for sales boost Retailers urged to back apprentices Tesco claims bigger Christmas savings than Asda Sainsbury's produces saltiest supermarket sauces Asda promises price cuts for Christmas Price competition hots up for Christmas ACS demands tougher action on crime against retailers Tesco plans major revamp of Londonderry store Co-op opens food distribution centre Waitrose opens up in Glasgow Retailers ahead of schedule on green goals Lancashire Spar owner awarded for reducing alcohol-related harm Greggs joins BRC M&S gears up for Christmas with online and party food deals Morrisons and Waitrose lead sales growth Tesco grows market share Strong sales drive up Sainsbury's profit by 30% WSTA calls for tax cut on wines and spirits Co-op customers back marine reserves Inflation drop slows food sales growth No news is bad news for Portland Tesco Middle class consumers fuel shoplifting surge in recession Asda reports flat profit for 2008 Sainsbury's to cut carbon footprint Co-op introduces gift cards to 400 food stores Waitrose gears up for Glasgow opening Success for Budgens at Asian Trader Awards Watchdog downgrades Asda's green rating Waitrose refutes M&S price claims Sainsbury's leads charge for electric cars New Tesco store could hit traders in Lancashire town Tesco and Sainsbury's plan busy Boxing Day Food Retail drives up profit for East of England Co-op Hundreds of First Quench stores to close before Christmas Grocery sales resilient in downturn BRC slams plan for bag charge Sainsbury's to build new store in Morecambe BBQ sales rocket for Guy Fawkes night, says Tesco Price comes before brand loyalty for UK shoppers Discount retailer to create jobs in Liverpool Co-op customers call for action on climate change Asda launches World Food store Great time for shoppers, says BRC Co-op and Tesco enter social responsibility awards M&S to sell branded products ACS launches community campaign New supermarket to open on former Somerfield sites Farmers call for supermarket watchdog Budgens owner takes stand against banana price war Tesco linked with bid for Dutch retail giant Asda picks up prize at World Food Awards Sainsbury's appoints new chairman M&S trains sights on Waitrose with price comparison campaign Tesco wins appeal to build Express store Tesco approached Tony Blair about Middle East expansion Threat to Sainsbury's plan for Bristol store Consumer confidence hits 18 month high, says BRC Retailers call for pay freeze Asda heads for Highlands First Quench fails to stave off administration Sainsbury's gets go ahead for Scottish Borders store Asda and Tesco submit rival bids for multi-million pound store Tesco signs up duck supplier in time for Christmas Jamie Oliver stars in Sainsbury's Christmas ad Co-op Pharmacy opens multi-million pound distribution centre Morrisons to sponsor Christmas blockbuster Business booms for Asda-based bakery Sainsbury's to unveil plans for Crosby superstore Tobacco display ban will increase smuggling, says NFRN Wakefield Sainsbury's back on track Waitrose lodges plan for major store in Scotland Sainsbury's plugs in green Bath store ACS demands crack down on black market sales of tobacco Administration threat to Threshers Tesco to create jobs in north east Supercarb campaign for potato Bristol traders back Sainsbury's plan Protesters attack Tesco's plan for new Devon store ACS backs government's "small concession" on VAT Government extends crime fund deadline to small retailers Skillsmart Retail backs Morrison's training programme Retailers in line for music copyright windfall Organic industry launches marketing campaign NFU welcomes government's fruit and veg task force Retail Think Tank predicts Christmas boost BRC says consumer confidence remains fragile Midlands Co-op grows retail sales Morrisons to create jobs with bigger store Morrisons opens eco-friendly warehouse Sainsbury's to open new store in Wales Tesco to revamp Chinese ready meals Tesco opens store with no checkout staff Recession causes surge in cash payments New Lidl store to open in Devon Food and drink exports buck slump September food sales up in Scotland Profit boost for David Sands Nisa-Today's reports strong growth ACS provides free workshops for retailers Tesco ups its game Greggs plans major expansion ACS calls on government to back post offices Sainsbury's bid speculation grows BRC calls for extension to trade credit insurance Waitrose to revamp supply chain to meet demand Supermarkets shrink products but not prices Tesco boosts management training ACS welcomes success of underage drinking campaign Capital sales pick-up in September BRC defends supermarkets against claim price cuts cost jobs Shoppers give mixed reaction to BOGOFs Aldi to appoint new boss for UK Sainsbury's picks up staff development award Supermarkets agree to stock more British pork Waitrose boosts John Lewis sales Tesco launches new BOGOF initiative Tesco revises plans for York store Titanic Brewery scoops top award for Morrisons link Sainsbury's shares soar after takeover rumour M&S to sell food online Discerning students shop at Waitrose FSA backs healthy food scheme Supermarkets sign up for battery recycling Portman Group rules against 'down-in-one' drink Tesco store for Olympics site Lower inflation dampens growth in grocery market Asda faces opposition to Scunthorpe plan Aldi to build Swindon store Grocery sales bounce back after summer slump Farmers urge supermarkets to think again on grocery czar Asda pledges to employ more young people Tesco's Leahy slams ‘woeful' education system ACS slams government's plan for tobacco display ban Low inflation slows food sales, says BRC Shoppers to curb spending after the recession Sainsbury's creates jobs with store opening Tesco chief rules out deflation in grocery sector MPs to quiz supermarkets on alcohol sales Shoppers budget for recession BRC calls on government to support retailers Food sales drive Co-op's profit Benson & Hedges manufacturer attacks Bill to ban tobacco displays Morrisons refuses to sell wine to customer shopping with her daughter NFRN urges MPs to 'know all the facts' over tobacco display ban Tesco's dominance challenged by growth of small supermarkets Waitrose opens first convenience store in London FDF calls on next government to back food and drink sector Shop prices down in September Shoppers want country of origin labelling to buy British ACS hits out at Conservative licensing proposals Strong first-half for Midcounties Co-op Asda slated for low pay rates overseas BRC gives guarded response to government's energy saving plan Co-operative wins animal welfare award Shop prices fall again, but food inflation edges up Sainsbury's sales growth due to supermarket's "universal appeal" Sainsbury's and Asda under fire for lack of British beef Retailers hope for Christmas VAT boost Arsenal manager inspires Waitrose ad campaign Demonstrators lobby government for supermarket regulator Asda attacks loyalty cards Tesco reports "solid" first half performance Waitrose pulls Fox ads FSA says consumers unaware of salt intake Tesco to promote 50cl wines Asda sparks banana price war Retailers face tough Christmas British Retail Consortium welcomes Food Standards Agency Salt Survey Tesco to announce profit dip? Newsagents hit out at Evening Standard decision Asda boss rules out M&S move Tesco hits out at competition test decision Sainsbury's named Supermarket of the Year Turton to chair ACS Spar named top symbol group Triple win for Budgens retailer Retail Industry Awards 2009: the winners Wine Cellar falls into administration UK consumers resist green premium Visa fee hike to force up prices BRC calls for restraint on wage hikes M&S recruits for Christmas Poundland takes over Woolworths store Sainsbury's settles Diageo dispute Prince Philip blames supermarkets for killing country shops Brown's minimum wage commitment concerns local stores Independent Eurospar stores open in Britain Asda aims for bumper Halloween Retailers slam minimum pricing Marks & Spencer sales improving Businesses are urged to take on more young people for work experience Co-op raises £500,000 for charities at suppliers' dinner Shopkeepers 'need specialist advice' to improve profits, says Aviva S&N UK to become Heinken UK Sainsbury's launches money-off coupon scheme S&N UK to become Heineken UK Portman Group emphasises 25-year-old rule on alcohol advertising Co-operative launches podcast initiative Coca-Cola to take on Ocean Spray in UK BRC hits out at minimum pricing for alcohol Spar store wins first International Convenience Retailer of the Year Award Majority of consumers would switch brands for a bogof or discount Convenience retailers oppose Welsh carrier bag 'tax' Spar reports 5.2% sales increase Co-op launches own Pioneer potato variety Irish retailers slam government over illicit tobacco trade Retail owners 'dismissive' of attempts to stimulate bank lending Supermarket sales growth slows through 'volatile trading' Grocery shrugs off recession as inflation falls Retail workers ‘most likely to consider moving jobs' Asda launches Asian clothing range Poundland launches biggest-ever Christmas range Ban proxy purchasing of tobacco across UK, urges ACS SGF backs calls to outlaw proxy purchasing of tobacco Co-op 'mobilises' shoppers in climate change protest ACS hits back over under-age tobacco sales claims Fines 'too low' for shopkeepers caught selling tobacco to children Lidl appoints new UK boss ACS launches retail action plan to politicians Campaign launched for fair play on energy contracts for retailers Asda cuts price of petrol Waitrose ties up licensing deal with Duchy Originals Poundland to move into Northern Ireland Morrisons grows like-for-like sales by 7.8% M&S promotes food director John Dixon to board Food price inflation falls again Quality Food Awards 2009: shortlist unveiled Kraft could spark 'bidding war' for Cadbury Drinks bodies slam BMA alcohol report BMA calls for a ban on all alcohol advertising Retail sales slip, but grocery still ahead Smiths News looks to top independents to drive newspaper sales IGD awards shortlist unveiled Kraft bid for Cadbury is 'full and fair offer', says Verdict Research Co-op completes south-west merger Co-op launches scheme to cut food waste Cadbury rejects Kraft merger bid Booker's Wilson takes on Sweet Charity presidency Big increase in discount stores as recession bites in affluent areas Majestic moves to minimum of six-bottle wine purchases Nisa-Today's rejects new £133m offer from Bibby Top-quality c-stores to buy are ‘hard to find' Magistrates support retail trade in crime crackdown Irish tobacco ban: ‘It's a real pain', say retailers Booker targets students in 'back to college' promotion Waitrose commits to 100% British own-label dairy products Booker re-launches drop shipment service Retailers urged to sign up to water-saving initiative Over 50s 'search out promotions' when grocery shopping 'Save money by shopping locally', say smalls shops' campaigners David Sands spells out new Scottish licensing laws to consumers Magners cider company snaps up Tennent's Lager Sainsbury's to take on 20,000 seasonal workers Retailers are 'missing out' on boom in local food and drink Carbon Trust looks to drive down energy costs in retail trade 'Lobby MSPs over tobacco display ban', urges SGF At-home coffee drinking on the increase, says Waitrose Morrisons looks to create 2,000 'new jobs' Waitrose launches worldwide 'wine adventure' Henderson Retail snaps up Gray from Marks & Spencer Landmark scoops top wholesaler award Sainsbury's launches first home catalogue Holland & Barrett cleared for Julian Graves merger Tesco Personal Finance in jobs boost for Scotland Consumers are still supporting organic food, says IGD 'Drab summer' slows sales growth in supermarkets Waitrose prospers as food inflation slows Iceland parts company with Kerry Katona Strong own-label sales for the Co-op Asda wins a medal for £2.98 wine Tesco doubles up rewards on Clubcard Call for a competition probe into newstrade supply chain Indies step up the pace for Walk & Shop Day Retailer calls for energy efficiency ‘kite marks' Fortescue is new head of alcoholic drinks watchdog Aldi boss Paul Foley leaving Premier rolls out its own EPoS system Supermarkets join ‘modern apprenticeships' scheme in Scotland Co-op launches legal services for shoppers Food retail sales growth slows Food policy must be driven by customers, warns BRC Tobacco display ban will boost black market, say retailers East of England Co-op slashes plastic bag use by 84% Newspaper and magazine supplies are safe, says Dawson News' administrator Dawson News falls into administration Nisa retailers urged to back Bibby bid Nisa-Today's rejects takeover bid by Bibby Alcohol retailing scheme launched Landmark revises Hot House target BRC urges more action on bank lending Retail vacancy rates on the rise Retailers get own champion in under-age booze sales battle Under-age smoking at ‘all-time low', says report Supermarkets prove resilient as retail sales rise Morrisons leads the way as weather boosts seasonal lines Warmer weather buoys grocery spending Morrisons maintains sales growth Supermarkets halve plastic bag usage Fixed penalty fines to be issued to 'first time' shoplifters only Recession is driving retail crime, says BRC Drinks industry pledges £100m to responsible drinking campaign Tesco hits out at CC support for a ‘local competition test' Supermarkets snap up ex-Woolworths stores, but 70% still empty Retail Industry Awards 2009: shortlist announced ANR to stay in JIG, despite NFRN walkout October opening for Waitrose's first London c-store Asda unveils "greenest-ever" depot Heatwave boosts grocery sales Britvic out grows market as soft drinks return to growth NFRN quits JIG claiming it is failing independents The age of ‘pester power' could be over, says Asda survey Drinkers are ‘turning away' from red wine to lighter styles Asda launches ‘first' low-carbon beef Premium and ethical food ranges growing, says Tesco Asda cuts petrol and diesel prices to 99.9p Midcounties Co-op buys seven food stores Lowest food-price inflation for 14 months Public urged to write to retailers to back tobacco display ban Heart of England takes on The Co-operative fascia Take-home alcohol sales ‘resilient' despite recession Credit crunch 'has hit sales at independents' Weapons threat to independent stores Waitrose and Marks & Spencer score well in customer loyalty league New wave of retail closures "imminent" Marks and Spencer remains cautious as like-for-like sales dip Mills Group buys five Sainsbury's stores Morrisons, Asda and Aldi are big winners in Quality Drink Awards Bob Dylan to return in new burst of Co-op advertising Aldi and Lidl 'eclipsed' by Sainsbury's and Morrisons New shoppers flock to Waitrose as grocery market grows sales Midcounties Co-op receives top community award Tesco unveils its ‘cheese idol' winner Three-quarters of corner shops face closure if tobacco displays are banned, report claims Sainsbury's looks to splash out £2bn on store expansion plans Tesco ‘poised for further growth' after the recession Co-op launches new fresh produce bags in fight to combat food waste