All articles by Ian Quinn – Page 80
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NewsTesco chases online boom with free delivery for Clubcard Plus members
The supermarket however remained tight-lipped on when the free delivery would launch
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NewsMorrisons to scrap plastic bags for life as customers ‘only use them once’
The supermarket has kicked off a trial at eight stores with all bags for life replaced by paper carrier bags
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NewsTraffic lights label review mulls front-of-pack health warnings
Ministers are considering adopting elements of a mandatory system pioneered in Chile which uses stark ‘stop’ labels to indicate HFSS foods
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InterviewsHenry Dimbleby Big Interview: The man behind the UK’s food strategy
Henry Dimbleby shaped government policy with his review of the food system. The Leon co-founder talks next steps – and the trouble with Percy Pig
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NewsAsda launches new delivery van returns service for George clothing
The trial is currently taking place in the York and Milton Keynes areas
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NewsAsda to trial hydrogen fuel cell use at Skelmersdale distribution centre
Asda said it hoped the trial would see the retailer reduce its carbon dioxide on the site by 120kg per year
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NewsFace mask rules may have to be reviewed, warns House of Lords report
The new rules have added to rising tide of violence and abuse directed towards shopworkers
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NewsThousands of HFSS products caught in PM’s promo and ads ban
The crackdown includes many products reformulated under the flagship soft drinks sugar levy
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NewsTesco to extend improved payment terms for smaller suppliers into 2021
The UK’s biggest supermarket said this meant nearly 2,000 suppliers would continue to have their invoices paid immediately
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat does Boris Johnson’s obesity plan mean for the food and drink industry?
Promotions and advertising for HFSS food and drink are set to be curtailed. What does it mean for suppliers and pre-existing obesity measures?
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NewsPlastic carrier bag charge leads to sales decline of 95%
Figures released by Defra show the average person in England now buys just four bags a year from the main supermarket retailers
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NewsEFRA report slams government’s slow response to food supply chain coronavirus threat
Report calls on ministers to develop a major new strategy to ensure the “previously thriving” hospitality and foodservice sectors remain economically viable
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Comment & OpinionHenry Dimbleby’s food report pulls no punches, but he must not alienate industry
Two of Dimbleby’s key recommendations have already been announced by Boris Johnson
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NewsNational Food Strategy report calls for junk food taxes and more free school meals
The first part of the strategy was launched today by Leon co-founder Henry Dimbleby
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Comment & OpinionBoris Johnson’s obesity strategy is bold – but there is still much to be answered
It was a refreshing surprise to see the government actually set out bold plans for obesity
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Analysis & FeaturesIndustry reacts as Boris Johnson announces new obesity crackdown
The new obesity strategy includes plans for a ban on HFSS food promotions in prominent locations in stores
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NewsPromotions of HFSS food to be slashed under government’s new obesity strategy
The government said the move would also see a ban on volume promotions for HFSS products such as ‘buy one get one free’
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NewsAldi and Tesco set for another scrap over Price Match campaign
The Grocer understands tensions are running high between the retailers after Tesco launched a heavyweight marketing campaign in support of its Aldi Price Match strategy
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NewsMost supermarkets will encourage staff to wear masks from Friday
While current government guidance does not make it mandatory for shopworkers to wear coverings, many retailers are actively encouraging their use
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NewsTesco shelves peak online delivery charges in favour of flat fees
The supermarket said it was moving to a ‘simpler’ and ‘fairer’ pricing structure