Supermarkets pump it up
After years of tax and wholesale price hikes, things were looking better in fuel retailing. But in petrol, things are rarely simple for very...
Facing big challenges
Nisa has been adapting to the challenges of the coronavirus outbreak by finding new ways to support its retailers
Legal advice – Don’t pay the price for careless chat
Be very careful who you discuss pricing with. It will soon become easier for authorities to prosecute on price fixing.
By Catriona Munro
COMPETITION in food...
Store bought by first-time purchasers
A local convenience store situated in the Morayshire village of Hopeman has been sold through specialist business property adviser Christie & Co, with funding...
Fresh ideas for c-store interiors
Blairgowrie-based shopfitting firm SteamPunk hopes to shake things up in convenience
Are the days of cash coming to an end?
Bank cash handling charges and changes to payment service commissions have put independent retailers under pressure but some consumers now expect to give up...
Profit on the up at Booker
WHOLESALE and cash & carry giant Booker saw profit before tax rise 16% on turnover that was up 1.9% in the first half of...
Evolution in the back office
TLM Technologies has launched a new cloud-based reporting and alerting application for convenience and forecourt retailers.
Industry calls for hydrogen clarity
Leading businesses across the UK’s energy and automotive sectors have called for the government to set out a hydrogen fuel roadmap.
Getting a grip on illnesses
Drivers are being urged to wear gloves when refuelling to avoid getting – or passing on – flu, Covid and other serious illnesses found on forecourt pump handles.
Take care to mind your languages
The UK has a very diverse workforce. In industries such as retailing there are practical needs for English langauge skills. But don’t rush language...
Push on with tech
Digital solutions for the forecourt retailer
United opens at the double
GLASGOW-based United Wholesale Scotland aimed to deliver a knock-out blow last month when former world champion boxer Amir Khan starred at the opening of...
A year in review: major employment law events
Dentons legal expert Laura Morrison reviews 2021 and looks ahead to 2022.
Building paths back to the workplace
Legal expert Claire Maclean, from Dentons UK and Middle East LLP, based in Scotland, looks at government guidance for employers to support those returning to work after a career break.
Figures all add up for JW Filshill
Wholesaler JW Filshill bosses have reacted positively after the business behind the KeyStore symbol reported a strong set of annual financial results.
