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ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) has called on the Scottish Government to consider the impact of its proposed disposable vaping ban on the illicit market. 

The Scottish Government has today published regulations and a short two week consultation on plans to ban disposable vapes by April 2025. 

ACS is encouraging retailers and suppliers to be part of this year’s Tech and Solutions Showcase and Hosted One2Ones!

Taking place at the Stoller Hall in Manchester on Tuesday June 4th, the Technology & Solutions Showcase is an opportunity for leading suppliers into the convenience sector to share the latest technological developments and services that can make life easier for retailers, improve their bottom line, and take their businesses to the next level.

ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) has shared findings on the extent of retail crime at a meeting of the Welsh Cross Party Group on Small Shops, chaired by Vikki Howells MS.

During the meeting, ACS highlighted the level of crime experience by convenience stores, including; shop theft, abuse and violence, and burglaries and robberies against retailers. The meeting also heard from Tenby retailer Vince Malone, who shared his experience of crimes committed against his business.

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To show its thanks to the retailers who have helped support the brand throughout its long history, Cadbury is continuing the gift of giving and the spirit of generosity by getting store owners to share their Great Retail Ideas and entering those ideas via a competition to win huge cash prizes!

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We are thrilled to announce that DSL Group, a trusted market leader within the convenience sector, has extended its reach to over 850+ Morrisons Daily Convenience stores across the UK. This exciting expansion allows us to bring our premium phone accessories range to a wider audience, making it more convenient for customers to access our products.

We have extended the deadline for the ACS 2024 Colleague Survey to give more convenience colleagues a chance to have their voice heard about working in the convenience sector. All store-based colleagues are encouraged to take part in the survey.

ACS is delighted to announce that Teresa Lindley, UK Trading Director from BP, will be part of Conference24, joining an already packed line-up of experts and leaders in the convenience sector.

ACS is calling on all companies that believe they have a game-changing product or solution for the convenience sector to enter this year’s Technology and Solutions Showcase.

ACS have welcomed the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) proposals to ensure that banks and building societies consider reasonable cash access services and has repeated its calls for a review of interchange fees.

These services are essential for the convenience sector – over 50% of store transactions are still conducted using cash, 40% of shops currently host ATMs, and 23% still house post offices. With banks and building societies facing closures across the UK, convenience stores have become ever more essential for the public to access their money and use essential services.

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