Enhanced Capital Allowance

WHAT is the ECA? It’s explained on the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) website www.gov.uk/decc The Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA) scheme enables businesses to...
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Change to survive

Sebastian Nonis re-tied his independent Dundee filling station to fuel brand Jet last year. Once again he showed his commitment to a business that...

Wintertime woes

Winter can be a difficult time for retailers, with bad weather impacting on the roads and the forecourts. But recent months have seen yet...

Time to act is fast approaching

ENVIPCO has been working with Scottish retailers for a number of years now – but the real busy period is coming soon as the deposit return live date approaches.

Lanark site off to a flying start

FUEL brand Jet has a new spot in Scotland’s central belt after Penny Petroleum chose the brand for its Kirkmuirhill Service Station site in...
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Computer age checks are on trial

In a first for the UK, Asda has launched an automated age verification solution for self-service checkouts on a trial basis.
Jet’s contemporary new look.

Jetting into the future

FUEL brand Jet has unveiled a new-look prototype forecourt in response to dealer and consumer feedback.
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Jet is set for a makeover

New forecourt design will be rolled out across network

Fascia and franchise offers evolving in convenience

The new year is often a time for reflection and change – even if some resolutions turn out to be more binding than others

Eco focus in Glasgow

New store ‘Neighbourhood’ offers grocery staples ranging from flour and grains to body care and home cleaning products – without plastic packaging
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Tips to tackle crime in store

The Retail Mutual shares its expertise

We are here for your convenience

TOMRA says its RVM machines are ideal for c-stores
Fiona Shearer and Phil Knox have joined Nisa's Scottish team.

Nisa strengthens Scottish retail team

Convenience chain Nisa has enhanced its support for Scottish retailers with two new recruits to its retail development team in Scotland.
The new shop hybrids

The new shop hybrids – Retailers diversifying income sources

BUSINESS agent Bruce & Co reckons there’s a distinct trend to developing and selling independent hybrid retail outlets that draw business from more than...

Training the key to retaining?

Symbol group launches learning academy as one in three retailers say retaining staff a significant challenge It has been said that around 25% of new...
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Using social media to keep up appearances

Social media is everywhere, including in the workplace. Laura Morrison, an employment lawyer with Dentons, discusses what retailers can do to try and minimise their reputational risks online .