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With the general election taking place on the 4th July, ACS (The Association of Convenience Stores) are calling on all retailers to seize this as an opportunity to meet with local parliamentary candidates standing in their constituency and highlight the important work they do in the sector by inviting candidates to visit local shops.

Today (June 5th) marks the day that the new banknotes featuring the portrait of King Charles III enters circulation. Appearing on all four banknotes (£5, £10, £20, and £50), the new notes will co-circulate with existing Queen Elizabeth II notes, which are to remain legal tender.

The Association of Convenience Stores has launched a new Election Pack for retailers, helping its members to make the most out of General Election campaigning activity.

The pack, which is being mailed to thousands of stores in the coming days, sets out what retailers need to make the case for local shops both locally and nationally. The pack includes the following:

The Labour Party recently published their updated New Deal for Working People detailing plans to address issues such as insecure work, low pay, and exploitative contracts and pledges to “move towards” a simpler two-part employment status framework. Below is a breakdown of Labour’s five key proposals:

… and they’re off. The election campaign is underway and the candidates are seeking your vote. Just as they vie for your attention, so groups like ACS try to engage with the MPs, ministers and leaders of the future, explaining why our sector matters and what they can do to help us.

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Morrison’s Daily has chosen EDGEPoS by Henderson Technology as its EPOS partner of choice. The new five-year deal, agreed in January 2024, will see Morrison’s Daily recommend the entire suite of products available from EDGEPoS to Morrison’s Daily franchise customers.

The latest banknotes with the new King Charles III designs will enter circulation next week on 5 June 2024, and retailers should prepare themselves on how to spot counterfeit notes with the incoming banknote designs.

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Boost Drinks has announced the exciting introduction of NPD in both its Energy and Sport ranges; Tropical Blitz and Apple & Raspberry Sugar-Free Energy (250ml), and Limited-Edition Watermelon & Lime Sport (500ml).

The countdown for the ACS Tech & Solutions Showcase has begun! Taking place next week on the 4th June at Stoller Hall in Manchester, the Tech & Solutions Showcase is an excellent opportunity for retailers to experience and engage with the latest technological innovations and services that can make life easier for convenience colleagues.

ACS (The Association of Convenience Stores) are delighted to share an exciting line-up of speakers and suppliers who will be presenting at the Tech & Solutions Showcase this summer. Taking place on the 4th June at Stoller Hall in Manchester, the showcase will provide retailers with the opportunity to view and experience the latest technological innovations and services that can make life easier for convenience colleagues, with quick fire presentations from shortlisted suppliers and insights into the important aspects of running a local shop.