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Nijhar to deal with Spar PR
Spar UK has expanded its head office marketing team by appointing Kam Nijhar as marketing manager. Nijhar will be responsible for internal communications with Spar wholesalers and retailers. She will also look after charity sponsorship...
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we work together - Husband and wife David and Lucy Calland
Husband and wife David and Lucy Calland own and run a 2,000 sq ft Budgens store in Exmouth, Devon David on Lucy Lucy and I opened our store on 20 September. My family have always been in retail and own a Spar shop so Lucy and I have always wanted ...
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Appleby Westward boosts local links
South west Spar wholesaler Appleby Westward has joined regional food marketing group Taste of the West as part of a bid to improve links with local suppliers. The company is setting up a supply chain that will enable it to offer local...
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The grocer cup's first convenience champ
"Chuffed to bits," was how Spar UK MD Jerry Marwood said he felt as he picked up The Grocer Cup for Outstanding Business Achievement. He beat off stiff competition for the award, voted for by readers of The Grocer, from the likes of Sainsbury's...
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the spar pavilions
People say that retailing is a pretty straightforward business," says Spar UK MD Jerry Marwood. "But the truth is, this is not a simple business anymore." He should know. In his five years with Spar, Marwood has emerged as an important...
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Botterills targets new stores after Edgar deal
Botterills Convenience Stores is on the hunt for further acquisitions following its purchase this week of fellow Scottish Spar retailer, D&M Edgar from owners Dougie and Marlene Edgar. Chairman Jim Botterill said that after snapping up...
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Spar drives image in women's mags
Spar is launching a new consumer press campaign to promote its own label range and fresh credentials.The retail group plans to spend £300,000 on the campaign, which will feature in women's magazines such as Good Housekeeping, She, Easy...
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Spar to reduce bag usage by a quarter
Spar UK has pledged to reduce its use of plastic carrier bags by 25%. The retail group has given itself until the end of next year to meet the target, and will do so by training staff to be more aware of the number of bags they offer and through ...
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In Brief: Gill joins Booths; Greencore controller; Co-op accounts; Appletiser duo; Seafood sales chief
Gill joins Booths Booths has appointed John Gill as a non-food buyer responsible for laundry, homecare, toiletries, medicines, petfood and paper. Gill joins from Spar wholesaler James Hall where he worked in the buying department for eight years...
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Who we visitedbudgens Tolworth, Surreyco-op Combs Ford, StowmarketOne stop Highbridge, SomersetSpar Uphall Station, West Lothian TESCO Express Stockport, Greater ManchesterHow they...
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Best independent Forecourt retailing is key to Tates' strategy
Last year the Spar retailer, which operates 201 Spar stores, was recognised for its great service to the local community, while growing strong corporate values and a clear strategy. Tates has certainly not rested on its laurels...
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Payzone lays down gauntlet after winning Spar contract
Utility payment network provider Payzone has opened a new front in its battle with rival PayPoint after winning a contract to supply Spar stores across the UK.Payzone has agreed supplier terms with Spar's six regional distribution...
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Shop Profile Spar Helston
The owners of Spar Helston in Cornwall are no strangers to change. Chris and Sue Sharrinton's efforts to modernise their c-store have involved no fewer than three major refurbishments over the past 15 years. It's no coincidence that the...
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In Brief: Ward joins Spar; New marketing chief; Skillsmart patrons; Strathmore shake-up
Ward joins Spar Martha Ward has joined Spar in the new role of sales development and implementation manager. She was previously retail support manager at high street retailer Robert Dyas and has also worked for discounter Aldi as an area manager....
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Shop Profile - Spar Helston
Size of store: 2,450 sq ftDate established: 1976Number of lines: 2,800Turnover: £35,000 a weekSpeciality: Food-to-goThe owners of Spar Helston in Cornwall are no strangers to change. Chris and Sue Sharrinton's efforts to...
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Who we visitedlondis Harrogate, North Yorkshireone stop Leatherhead, SurreyScotmid East Calder, West LothianSPAR Cheadle, Greater ManchesterTESCO express Chippenham, WiltshireHow...
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Guild of Spar role handed to Jackson
Jacqui Jackson has been named as vice chairman of the National Guild of Spar. The Guild is the decision-making body for all operational and marketing matters and it is the first time the role has been made a salaried...
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Marwood blasts press for doom-mongering
The national media is painting an inaccurate and unnecessarily negative picture of small retailers, according to Spar UK MD Jerry Marwood.Speaking at the ACS Summit 07 in Birmingham this week, Marwood said journalists too often portrayed...
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Bargain Booze set to launch c-store format
Private equity-owned off-licence chain Bargain Booze is poised to take on Spar, Costcutter and Londis with a new c-store format.The chain has been developing the offer for the past 12 months and is set to unveil it in the...
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Who we visitedSainsbury's Local The Brecks, RotherhamWelcome Lenzie, Glasgowspar Starbeck Avenue, Newcastle-upon-TyneTesco express Elm Park, BristolBP Shop Dorking, SurreyHow they...