Retailers face ‘inevitable’ shift to AI-powered age checks, supplier claims
The cost of compliance is going up with more pressure being put on staff at the till
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UK Consumers Seek Plastic-Free Packaging During World Cup Events, Study Finds
Three quarters (74%) of British consumers want plastic-free food packaging at major sporting events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Coop Switzerland Commits To 100% Swiss Organic Bud Grain Bread
Coop Switzerland is committing to local organic agriculture by aiming to produce all its organic bread from 100% Swiss bud grains.
EuroCommerce Calls For Clarity And Grace Period On Implementation Of PPWR
EuroCommerce, which represents retailers and wholesalers in Europe, has called for clarity and realistic plan on the implementation of PPWR.
Private Labels Winning Over Polish Consumers – SW Research
More than four-fifths (81%) of Poles now buy private labels, with over half viewing them as a smart way to save money, a new survey showed.
UK retailers honoured at Fed Awards 2026 ceremony
Retailers across the UK were recognised for excelling in a variety of categories
Co-op societies save £30m through collaborative procurement
The initiative has brought together co-operatives on projects including a wind power purchase agreement, energy management and solar energy solutions
Fed warns of mounting pressures on Scottish retailers
The concerns were raised by the Fed's Scottish president, Uthayakumar Soundararajan, in a letter to economy secretary Stephen Flynn
Carrefour To Cut 5,000 Tonnes Of Plastic From Packaging
Carrefour has announced plans to cut more than 5,000 tonnes of plastic from its packaging, in response to prices and availability.
Consumers Remain Unaware Of Aluminium Packaging Sustainability – GlobalData
As consumers seek sustainable products, the aluminium industry has yet to fully capitalise on this trend, notes GlobalData.
UK's McBride Warns Profit To Miss Expectations As Iran War Drives Up Input Costs
Private-label manufacturer McBride warns FY26/FY27 profits will miss market views by 5%-10% as Iran war costs squeeze margins.
How E-commerce Can Deliver For Grocers
Leaning into e-commerce is not optional for grocery retailers in Europe if they want to stay competitive, writes Stefano Di Napoli.