All Independents articles – Page 3
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News‘Enforcement squad’ to crack down on underage vaping
The squad will be led by Trading Standards and will share intelligence with regional networks and local authorities
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Analysis & Features10 reasons to visit the Farm Shop & Deli Show
Taking place from Monday 24 April at the NEC, Farm Shop & Deli Show is the UK’s premier trade event for the specialist retail sector
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Comment & OpinionLow traffic neighbourhoods are a death knell for independent stores and cafés
Councils forcing these schemes on residents are ignoring the concerns of traders, says Joanna Blythman, food journalist and author of Swallow This
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NewsTurkey production ‘may need rethink’ in light of bird flu crisis
Poultry supplier Copas Turkeys will meet its Christmas obligatgions this year, but at a cost
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Comment & OpinionWhy ‘opting out’ of DRS might not be a slam dunk for smaller stores
The ‘opt out’ option has been hailed as a win for common sense, but in the long run may benefit big out-of-town supermarkets
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NewsCity snapshot: Soaring energy prices push retail SMEs close to collapse
Soaring energy costs are wider inflation are pushing consumer SMEs such as cafes, restaurants and shops to the brink of collapse, the Federation of Small Businesses has warned
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NewsLondon cheesemonger Paxton & Whitfield launches in Ocado
An exclusive range of six cheeses from the London cheesemonger has been made available at Ocado
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NewsOmsco launches first branded range of organic cheeses
The new Grass Roots Dairy Co range will begin being stocked in specialist cheesemongers, delis, independent retailers and farm shops from later this month
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NewsMSC-approved octopus becomes available in UK market for first time
The Old Fisherman’s Octopus is sustainably harvested from the Cantabrian Sea, and is fibrous, with a dark colour
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NewsGrocer Gold Awards 2022: independent retail chain of the year
Henderson Retail has battled the Northern Ireland Protocol with aplomb
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Analysis & FeaturesHow principles led McCaskie Butchers to turn down supermarket riches
From the start almost 90 years ago, a core value has been supplying the finest meat and meat products
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NewsIndependent grocer Gladwell’s to open in Camberwell with London suppliers
The high-end store will feature a deli offering coffee, pastries and sandwiches such as salt beef bagels and spiced aubergine focaccia
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NewsFestive turkey sales down but indies and DTC sellers benefit
Sales of turkey through butchers and DTC channels boomed over Christmas 2021 as shoppers looked to buy early
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NewsBira launches consumer shopping site for independent retailers
Hundreds of Bira members, including health food stores, pet stores and cafés, have already signed up to the platform
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Analysis & FeaturesAre farm shops making the most of EPoS systems?
The right system can improve record keeping, stock flow and marketing activity – and even manage allergen labelling
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Analysis & FeaturesCould Camelot finally be toppled as the National Lottery operator?
Camelot has run the National Lottery since its launch. With the licence up for renewal, it’s looking like a four-horse race for the fourth licence – and potentially the most open ever. Could there be changes ahead?
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NewsJempson’s reports ‘outstanding’ increase in turnover and profit
Jempson’s launched a home delivery service for groceries, which racked up £1m of sales in the 2020 calendar year
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NewsParson’s Nose considers national meat delivery service
The retailer, which runs shops in Fulham, Putney and South Kensington, currently offers same-day delivery to postcodes in south west and west London
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NewsIndependent supermarket Jempson’s launches chilled ready meals range
It has been developed by Jempson’s chefs, who are currently unable to work in its cafés and restaurants due to lockdown
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Comment & OpinionWhat supermarkets can learn from farmers’ markets in selling a food experience
In their quest for efficiency, UK supermarkets have neglected the primary and sensory aspects of food, says Nathan Watts, creative director of Interstore