Black market 50% up
THE UK saw an almost 50% rise in the consumption of counterfeit and contraband cigarettes in 2014, according to a KPMG report published last...
Sell through branded now
Implementation date approaches and, for many retailers, changes to tobacco retailing regulations that will apply when EU Tobacco Products Directive (TPD2) comes into force...
Single-use duo joins RELX range
RELX has added two new disposable vape brands to its lineup.
Aquavape displays recycling responsibility
As the recycling of disposable vapes becomes a hot topic in Scotland, Aquavape has set out to dismay these fears with its new recyclable range of disposables.
Papers added to the 25 – Golden Virginia launch
IMPERIAL Tobacco has launched its roll-your-own tobaccos Golden Virginia Classic and GV Smooth in new 25g packs with cut-corner cigarette papers.
The firm said the...
Something a bit different
Pouches present new option for smokers
The Government needs to be ‘realistic and practical’ on Generational Smoking Ban
Bobby Singh, of BB Nevison Superstore & Post Office in Pontefract, shares his views on the proposed Generational Smoking Ban, which was put back on the table by the Labour Government.
Positive sales in Scotland
Tobacco accessories represent a major opportunity for c-store retailers, according to recent IRI data, which recorded one year value sales of almost £29 million per annum in Scotland
NFRN says age limit supports retailers
THE National Federation of Retail Newsagents has backed calls to bring in age restrictions on the sale of e-cigarettes
The NFRN has lent its support...
Tax and know the score?
JOBS, taxes, pensions, the economy and the currency are huge issues in the forthcoming Scottish independence debate. Some commentators are also wondering what will...
Retailers’ own mind on ASH campaign
CAMPAIGN group Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) has urged small store retailers to consider whether they really need to sell tobacco.
ASH claims to...
Value is key says Imperial Brands
Value remains a key focus in the tobacco category as Imperial Brands says that Scottish consumers are looking for a better-for-money option in the gantry.
Keeping an open mind
THE rise of vaping has, if nothing else, proved that consumers are willing to experiment when it comes to their nicotine products
Pouches pushing forward in c-stores
There have never been more alternative nicotine products, which is good news for existing adult smokers who are looking to ditch cigarettes.
Pouches with a coffee kick
Zyn rolls out a new 6mg Espressino pouch
Marlboro adds to the range
GIANT brand Marlboro is now available in the UK in more formats than ever, including RYO and capsule cigarette lines.
RYO has seen several years...
