Latest supermarket news – Page 238
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NewsOcado sells beauty retailer Fabled to Next as focus shifts to M&S deal
Ocado has sold beauty and wellbeing retailer Fabled to FTSE 100 fashion firm Next, as the online grocer plans to shift its focus to the joint venture inked with Marks & Spencer.
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NewsTesco to repurpose excess store space to expand in-store picking
Lewis also confirmed Tesco was considering the idea of launching standalone Finest convenience stores
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NewsSainsbury’s eyes ‘value added’ growth with fresh foods department split
The new ‘value-added’ business unit will be headed-up by Jon Bye
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NewsWaitrose delivery drivers to accept returns from John Lewis
The rollout of the return service to all postcodes served by Waitrose.com follows a trial last year
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NewsBooths to install 30 new electric vehicle charging points
Last month the number of public electric vehicle charging locations had exceeded petrol stations for the first time
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NewsSainsbury’s offers staff local volunteering opportunities
Sainsbury’s Living Well index shows the UK’s sense of wellbeing and quality of life has declined in the past year
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NewsSainsbury’s to encourage shoppers to refill water bottles in its cafés
Sainsbury’s is also encouraging shoppers to bring their own reusable containers to its fresh and deli counters
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NewsWaitrose to upskill fishmonger and butcher counter staff
An initial pilot involves 10 butchers and 10 fishmongers
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NewsMorrisons launches giant surf & turf special for Father’s Day
Morrisons says the deal is its “meatiest challenge yet”
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NewsSainsbury’s launches reverse vending recycling trial at Lincoln store
Up to 500 items can be deposited per customer, which could add up to £25
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NewsTesco jumps on pea protein trend with Wicked Kitchen caesar wrap
The product was the first of many containing pea protein, said Tesco director of plant-based innovation Derek Sarno
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NewsJuul wins Asda listings for vape products
Last week Juul announced plans to roll out in 1,300 McColl’s stores
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NewsMorrisons expands Amazon rapid delivery after relaxation of Ocado deal
Morrisons will gain more control as a retailer on Amazon’s site, rather than a wholesaler to the internet giant
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NewsDave Lewis warns of shortages in event of October no-deal Brexit
Tesco boss argued retailers will not have spare capacity due to Christmas planning
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NewsCity snapshot: Tesco first quarter growth slows amid 'subdued' market
Tesco is continuing to outperform a “subdued” UK grocery market, as its first quarter like for like sales rose 0.8% in the UK and Republic of Ireland. Plus, Majestic Wine confirms “advanced discussions” over the sale of Majestic Retail and Commercial businesses, M&S rights issue undersubscribed, PZ Cussons trading update and all the rest of the latest news from the City.
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NewsWaitrose expands rapid delivery beyond London for first time
Bath and Hove are to get the service from next month
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NewsLidl to open first central London store as part of £500m expansion
The Tottenham Court Road store is expected to open by summer 2020
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NewsShoppers willing to splash out for Father’s Day, says survey
Half of shoppers cited supermarkets as the top source of inspiration for gift ideas
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NewsSainsbury’s Bank appoints new chief executive
Sainsbury’s has named former Royal Bank of Scotland exec Jim Brown its next chief executive of Sainsbury’s Bank.
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NewsTesco to raise pay for store and warehouse staff to exceed Living Wage
The new deal will put Tesco staff on £9.30 an hour by October 2020