Keeping abreast of redundancy rules
At the end of March, P&O Ferries hit the headlines attracting substantial outrage from politicians, trade unions and the public alike when it dismissed around 800 employees without notice, subsequently replacing them with agency workers.
Fire and rehire is risky business
Controversial practice should be a tactic of last resort
Protecting profit with good cover
Planning for a rainy day is good business sense and if there’s one thing the last few years have shown, it’s that market conditions are unpredictable.
Wholesale done differently
A business to business online wholesale brand has been looking to shake things up in the Scottish retail sector.
Browser treatment for Jisp retail app
Jisp has launched an online version of its retail app aimed at the independent retail channel.
Bestway signs up to technology trial
Bestway Wholesale has signed up to an innovative age verification techonology trial, running across three of its symbol stores in Leeds.
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.
A good deal of communication
Gander notifies consumers of reduced food items available in their local store.
Rapid delivery is on the rise
Grocery delivery has been growing at breakneck speed in urban areas, according to TWC.
EPOS that’s fit for the future of retail
EPOS provider Reposs has been reacting to pandemic trends by adding a host of new features to its solutions for retailers.
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.
A convenient climate truth
OVER one third of consumers believe that shopping at convenience stores is better for the environment, according to a new report from TWC.
Keeping abreast of immigration rules
From 6 April, new changes to UK right to work checks announced by the Home Office will come into force, but what does it mean for employers?
Get ready for the RVM revolution
PREPARATIONS for DRS are well underway, with the Scottish Government, scheme administrator and retailers now all working towards an August 2023 live date.
Omicron gone at the pump
HAND hygiene brand GripHero has been calling on forecourt retailers to protect their customers from the Omicron variant by installing the brand’s hand protection dispenser.
BP extends its M&S food deal
MARKS & Spencer and BP have extended their convenience partnership, with a new deal set to run until 2030.
