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Taking place on 19th January in Leicester, ACS’ Forecourt, Power and Convenience conference will provide delegates with the opportunity to hear from leading forecourt retailers and a range of experts from across the industry on the opportunities and challenges faced by the sector.

The conference will look into the latest developments in the sector and explore what this means for forecourt retailing. The event will also feature a virtual tour of an EV site followed by a panel discussion.

Speakers and panellists include:

ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) has dubbed the government’s energy support package for businesses as “inadequate, poorly targeted and ultimately pointless” as local shops and many other businesses face a massive hike in energy costs from April 2023. The government is currently reducing business energy bills by effectively controlling the wholesale price that is the main component of businesses’ energy bills.

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Clive Hughes has been promoted to the position of Director UK at CBE, one of Europe’s largest EPoS (Electronic point of sale) providers.

Book your place at the launch of the 2023 Rural Shop Report, taking place on 24th January in the House of Commons.

The parliamentary reception will provide a comprehensive overview of the findings of the report, looking at rural shops’ economic and social contributions to the rural economy, as well as their investments, services, and the flexible, local employment opportunities they offer.

During the event, we will hear directly from rural retailers about the opportunities and the challenges that they face and the impact of upcoming regulations.

Taking place on 19th January in Leicester, ACS’ Forecourt, Power and Convenience conference will provide delegates with the opportunity to hear from leading forecourt retailers and a range of experts from across the industry on the opportunities and challenges faced by the sector.

The conference will look into the latest developments in the sector and explore what this means for forecourt retailing. The event will also feature a virtual tour of an EV site followed by a panel discussion.

Speakers and panellists include:

ACS is encouraging retailers to enter the Business Disability Forum’s Disability Smart Awards 2023.

The Disability Smart Awards give retailers the opportunity to recognise the achievements of their team and store in meeting the needs of disabled customers and colleagues, from providing great customer service to ensuring that their store is accessible for everyone.

There are 10 Disability Smart award categories this year, these are:

ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) is encouraging retailers to think about the practical steps that they can take to help their colleagues and communities feel safer.

Women’s Night Safety Charter

ACS is encouraging convenience retailers to sign up to the Women’s Night Safety Charter. The Charter started as a London initiative, but has since been rolled out in more cities, aiming to help women feel comfortable and confident when walking around at night.

Here are four easy steps that retailers can consider:

Book your place at the launch of the 2023 Rural Shop Report, taking place on 24th January in the House of Commons.

The parliamentary reception will provide a comprehensive overview of the findings of the report, looking at rural shops’ economic and social contributions to the rural economy, as well as their investments, services, and the flexible, local employment opportunities they offer.

During the event, we will hear directly from rural retailers about the opportunities and the challenges that they face and the impact of upcoming regulations.

ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) has again called on the Government to clarify which businesses will receive support after March 2023, urging retailers to write to their MP highlighting the serious impact of rising energy costs on their businesses.

The Government has confirmed that the long-awaited announcement on the Energy Bill Relief Scheme (EBRS) will be delayed until the New Year.

The Government has announced the deadline for applications for the Help to Grow Digital Scheme as 2^nd February 2023.

The Help to Grow Digital Scheme was developed to provide businesses with free and impartial advice on how they can use technology to boost their business.

Eligible businesses can get 50% off, up to £5,000 (excluding VAT) on approved Digital Accounting and Customer Relationship Management software.

Discounts for eligible software must been redeemed within 30 days from the issue date.