It's frustrating that policy-makers still seem to think that banning something will mean it ceases to exist. The Scottish Government has published the statutory instrument it will use to ban disposable vapes and by the time you read this Westminster may well have followed suit, with both jurisdictions deliberately using the parliamentary mechanism that will attract the least debate and attention.
It's frustrating that policy-makers still seem to think that banning something will mean it ceases to exist. The Scottish Government has published the statutory instrument it will use to ban disposable vapes and by the time you read this Westminster may well have followed suit, with both jurisdictions deliberately using the parliamentary mechanism that will attract the least debate and attention.
ACS has written to the Scottish Minister for Green Skills, Circular Economy and Biodiversity Lorna Slater MSP, raising concerns about the impact that a ban on disposable vapes would have on responsible retailers.
The Scottish Government set out its plans to go ahead with a ban on disposable vapes last week with the publication of draft regulations and a two week consultation period. The ban is scheduled to come into force in April 2025.
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 (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.
Content provided by Premier Club supplier Mondelez. More information about Premier Club is available here: https://www.acs.org.uk/about-us/suppliers/premier-club.
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!
Ian is an Environmental Compliance Consultant and has worked for Valpak for 16 years. As an Environmental Compliance Consultant, he is involved in the delivery of environmental legislation specifically around Energy, Carbon, and Chemical Regulations, helping to provide technical assistance to businesses ensuring compliance and at the same time helping to implement more sustainable supply chains. Prior to this, Ian worked within Valpak’s packaging compliance scheme for 13 years, including as a data and recycling auditor.
