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Time to shine a light

When it comes to matches there’s still some space for retailers to get creative

RYO seeks organic growth

THE UK’s first RYO product to feature organically grown tobacco, Amber Leaf Signature Blend, arrives on shelves this month. Producer JTI says it’s a...

Concern over illicit tobacco

STANDARDISED packs have now entered circulation and the deadline for selling off-branded products looms, but could this cause a boom in illicit sales? Tobacco firms...

JTI claims No1 tobacco spot

TOBACCO  firm  JTI has taken number one volume tobacco manufacturer spot in the UK says the firm, quoting statistics from research firm Nielsen’s Market...
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Protecting under 18s

THE British American Tobacco (BAT) company has ramped up its youth access prevention campaign VERIFY.
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Offering choice to existing smokers

Convenience stores can turn the menthol ban into an opportunity by communicating with customers
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NPD bonanza ahead of ban

The menthol ban comes into force this month, leaving existing adult smokers with fewer options in the factory-made cigarette category

Juul focusing on c-stores

Vaping brand Juul has announced plans to invest in a dedicated field team for convenience retail in the UK .
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Vaping can soar in store

As more and more adult smokers make the switch, opportunities open up for convenience retailers
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JTI improves Sterling Essential Rolling formats

JTI UK says it has listened to consumers to enhance its Sterling Essential Rolling products.
The IVG2400 offers consumers four flavour pods per device at a better-for-value price, says its maker.

IVG aims to offer vape debate solution

Vaping device brand IVG believes its 2400 product could be the answer to many concerns that the public have around disposable vapes.

Extra choice for RYO smokers

THE Cutters Choice RYO brand is expanding and brand owner British American Tobacco is also launching a new cigarettes line. Last month Cutters Choice...
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Calls for more regs

SMOKING cessation charity Ash Scotland has called for the Scottish Government to introduce new restrictions on the sale of tobacco
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Good growth in small packages

Unlike confectionery and crisps, where large packs are gaining ground, smaller seems to be better when it comes to cigar category growth.
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Enthusiastic about flavour

Imperial Tobacco offers infusion solution for existing adult smokers as menthol ban comes into force
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Big-selling value brand adds menthol option

JTI is extending its Sovereign range with the launch of Sovereign Menthol Superkings. The firm says the launch is in response to an increase in...