ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) is reminding retailers about the new tobacco track and trace sanctions which are due to come into force on 20th July.
The new sanctions are:
Jul
17
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Jul
14
Local Shops Call for Better Regulation of the Energy Market
ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) has responded to a consultation from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, calling for better regulation of the energy market and greater protections for small businesses.
In the submission, ACS has highlighted the need for tougher regulation of energy suppliers which will then in turn provide businesses with clarity on their billing, payment options, data transparency, contract terms, and termination.
Jul
12
ACS Outlines Principles of Well-Designed DRS to Welsh Cross Party Group
Local shops have urged Members of the Senedd in Wales to ensure that the operation of a planned deposit return scheme in Wales should be consistent with schemes in the rest of the UK.
Addressing a meeting of the Welsh Cross Party Group on Small Shops, ACS has today shared some of the challenges of introducing a scheme that will be workable and sustainable for consumers, retailers and suppliers, as well as detailed guidance originally drafted for Scotland on the detailed considerations and adaptations that retailers have to make when providing return points in store.
Jul
10
Entries Now Open for the 2023 Raj Aggarwal Trophy!
Entries are now open for this year’s Raj Aggarwal Trophy, a trophy awarded to convenience retailers who have been exceptional in community retailing and helping their fellow retailers.
The trophy was first launched in 2021 to mark the legacy of independent retailer Raj Aggarwal.
Jul
04
ACS Highlights the Impact of Anti-Social Behaviour on Local Shops
ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) is highlighting the negative impact that anti-social behaviour has on the convenience sector and local communities.
This week (3rd -9th July) is ASB (Anti-Social Behaviour) Awareness Week which aims to raise awareness about the detrimental impact that anti-social behaviour has on people and encourages communities to take a stand against this type of behaviour.
Jun
30
ACS Welcomes Progress Toward Targeted Food Hygiene Enforcement
ACS has welcomed proposals from the Food Standards Agency on modernising food hygiene enforcement activity, highlighting the importance of Assured Advice as a mark of a responsible business.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is consulting on ways to ensure that enforcement resources are focused on the businesses that pose the greatest risk to consumers, as well as updating their processes to give more flexibility for officers to monitor the rating and risk of businesses.
Jun
30
Legislation to Protect Access to Cash Receives Royal Assent
ACS has welcomed the passing of new legislation to ensure a minimum level of free access to cash, ensuring people can continue to conveniently withdraw and deposit cash, following the rapid rate of bank branch and ATM closures.
Jun
28
Retailers Urged to Prepare for the Introduction of King Charles III Banknotes
Retailers are being urged to prepare for the introduction of the King Charles III banknotes which are due to enter circulation by mid-2024.
The King’s portrait will appear on all four of our polymer banknotes (£5, £10, £20 and £50) and the new banknotes can be checked in the same way as the polymer notes featuring Queen Elizabeth II. There are no plans to withdraw the banknotes featuring Queen Elizabeth II, meaning the two designs will co-circulate.
Jun
27
Welsh Government Announces Plans for HFSS Restrictions
The Welsh Government has announced plans to introduce restrictions on high fat, salt and sugar (HFSS) products in an effort to tackle obesity in Wales.
Announced today (27th June) the Welsh Government confirmed plans to introduce restrictions on temporary price reductions of HFSS products, including meal deal type offers and restrictions on where products high in fat, salt or sugar can be displayed.
Jun
23
Book Your Place at ACS’ 2023 Local Shop Report Launch!
Book your place at the launch of ACS’ 2023 Local Shop Report, taking place online on 14th September.
This virtual launch event will give you the chance to have a first look at the findings of our 2023 Local Shop Report and to be a part of the discussion as we explore the data in detail and discuss what the information means in real terms.
Confirmed speakers and panellists include:
