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New guidance for businesses selling hazardous goods launched

Surging crimes, accidents and fines has created an acute necessity for business clarity with concern to the sale of dangerous products.

In my opinion: the unexpected saviour of the retail experience?

I travel down Oxford Street most days on my journey to the office and am constantly struck by two, rather obvious, things; firstly the extraordinary number of shops that are simply empty and the concomitant property management groups trying desperately

As the squeeze on spending tightens, can AI unlock retail success?

Retail Express’ CEO, Barry Grange, looks at retail digital transformation, intelligent merchandising and a data-driven approach to profitability with leaner times ahead

In my opinion: when you need extra help – how to manage part-time retail workers

Managing retail staff is a specialised skill in itself - what then of part-time retail staff? Part-time employees form a sizable part of the workforce, they offer companies cost-effective solutions, a greater pool of candidates, and seasonal support. However, there

IONITY is driving new loyal customers to retailers at key locations across the UK

IONITY, the leading high-power charging network in Europe, is helping retailers and landowners across the UK to bring in new loyal customers to their sites, generating additional sales from a new customer base of Electric Vehicle (EV) drivers and future

Sensei powers Europe’s first autonomous petrol station convenience store

Sensei, the leading European provider of autonomous stores, has become the first in Europe to provide an autonomous experience for petrol station customers as it teams up with Galp, one of the largest petrol station networks in the Iberian Peninsula.

Spotlight on courier insurance: what’s covered?

Getting a package from one place to another can be a difficult thing – and there’s always the possibility that something will go wrong. The courier delivery has boomed over lockdown, thanks to an explosion in e-commerce. As the number

Soho Street Cocktails available in ASK Italian across the UK

ASK Italian, a British casual dining restaurant chain serving Italian cuisine, have added Soho Street Cocktails’ Espresso Martini and Passionfruit Martini as part of their drinks menu across the country in 65 sites.

Surefire strategies for SEO success for retail brands

A lot has changed across the retail landscape in the last few years. The popularity of e-commerce soared in the last decade, and big brands and retailers embraced it as early adopters. But the pandemic came as a catalyst and

Maintaining your 5-star hygiene rating

Whether you’re running a commercial kitchen or catering business, you’ll know that your hygiene rating is the biggest reflection of the service you provide. Delicious dishes and polite waiting staff are important, but if the food hygiene standards aren’t up

Sip sip hooray! Celebrate the Jubilee with Eton Mess flavoured Gin

Just in time for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, Majestic is selling a limited edition Cotswolds Platinum Jubilee Gin (46% ABV) inspired by tastes of the iconic British dessert Eton Mess. Bursting with notes of strawberry, raspberry & Madagascan vanilla alongside

How to start a retail business: step-by-step guide

If you're planning on starting a retail business in 2022, you're not the only one. A record number of e-commerce stores such as Addison Bay launched last year, while the number of brick-and-mortar stores has also been growing at a

The UK’s greenest businesses – who are they and why are they so sustainable?

With scientists sounding increasing levels of alarm over the state of the global climate, and the public demanding climate action from their leaders, it’s not just governments who need to step up and act. Businesses must also do their part

Grant’s launches Summer Orange expression across Europe

Grant’s announces the launch of its first ever flavoured expression - Summer Orange. Flavoured expressions are capturing the imagination of non-whisky drinkers and Grant’s Summer Orange is a perfect refreshing and delicious take on it.

Star Wars, Harry Potter and MCU: the most searched themed home accessories, study shows

Star Wars’ merchandise is the most searched themed home accessories, a new study reveals.

Shoe Zone to reopen in Woolwich this May with a new, modern look

UK footwear retailer Shoe Zone is set to reopen its Woolwich store on 27thth May. Located on the partially pedestrianised Powis Street, it has been closed for a month while undergoing a modern refit to improve customers’ shopping experience.

GNC magnifies women’s wellness portfolio with addition of The Honest Company during National Women’s Health Month

To honour National Women’s Health Month and encourage women to invest in their own health and wellness through all stages of life, GNC is expanding its women’s wellness portfolio to include The Honest Company, as well as adding to products

Bolle to introduce new low/no alcohol wines at London Wine Festival next month

June’s eagerly anticipated London Festival will herald the arrival of ‘effortlessly effervescent’ Bolle, a revolutionary low & no alcohol, sparkling brewed drink produced with game-changing Zero GradiTM technology devised by Roberto Vanin, scientist, ardent oenologist, wine-loving Italian and former, leading-light

Maze unveils brand refresh and new website to showcase its innovation, style and craftsmanship

Maze, the creator and purveyor of luxury outdoor furniture, has announced a brand refresh. To best suit its evolving customer in 2022 and core demographic, the rebrand features an all-new aesthetic, revitalised brand values, a new-look website and more. The

ZAG Drinks appoints chair of newly formed advisory board

ZAG Drinks, a pioneering alcohol-free brand, has appointed John Nicolson as chair of its newly formed advisory board. Bringing extensive experience within the drinks industry, the start-up is confident that Nicolson’s new appointment will continue to establish ZAG as

New Alfa Romeo F1 Team ORLEN C42 show car will be available at F1 Race Cars on f1authentics.com – with ‘buy now’ and ‘auction’ options

The Memento Group (TMG), the UK-based sports licensing, retail and memorabilia business, has produced the first 2022 official F1 show car in its collection. The Alfa Romeo F1 Team ORLEN C42 show car will be available on www.f1authentics.com, TMG’s

Hinojosa improves responsible waste management with a recovery rate of over 96%

Hinojosa Packaging Group, leader in sustainable packaging solutions in southern Europe, continues in its commitment to protect the environment. The company concluded 2021 with a 96,61% waste valorisation score, a 4,08% increase compared to its previous score, 92,53%.

Scurri chooses Hurricane as its cross-border data partner

Leading delivery management platform Scurri has selected Hurricane Commerce as its global data partner.

AO Business appoints new housebuilder lead

AO Business has announced a new lead for its housebuilder team. Roger Giles, previously business development manager, has been promoted to the leading position of UK Sales Manager, as the B2B division of online electricals retailer AO continues to transform

Made.com’s profit warning an indicator of a tough 2022 for home online, says GlobalData

Following today’s (16 May) release of Made.com’s profit warning for its FY2022; Matt Walton, senior retail Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The challenging nature of the furniture market in 2022 has been affirmed