Government announces latest vape crackdown plans
Colourful packaging, flavours and visible vape displays in stores would be outlawed under new government plans
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Women in Convenience: Judith Smitham shares her story of resilience
Women in Convenience 2026 brought together retailers and suppliers from across the UK for panels and workshops focused on advice and practical support
Co-op Wholesale quiet over rapid delivery service 1k store target
The 'Peckish' service was launched in February last year
EXCLUSIVE: Bestway Wholesale reshuffle sees MD Dawood Pervez move to chairman role
Pervez will be replaced by Bestway's current chief operating officer, Naser Khan
Government launches vape packaging, flavours and shop displays consultation
The consultation includes a number of proposals to reduce vaping among children
United Wholesale Scotland offering exclusive deals through digital service
The wholesaler also recently expand into England for the first time with the purchase of Time Wholesale Services (TWS)
Parfetts launches Parfest with more than 700 high margin deals
The event will run from 5 to 11 July, with more than 400 supplier activations planned throughout the week
Co-op Wholesale’s MADL raises £20m for local causes
Since 2008, MADL has worked with Co-op Wholesale partner stores across the UK, raising funds for retailers’ chosen local charities
Daily Mail publisher follows News UK in Smiths News exclusivity deal
It remains unclear whether other major publishers will now review their own wholesale arrangements
Women in Convenience 2026 focuses on resilience
Women in Convenience 2026 brought together retailers and suppliers from across the UK for panels and workshops focused on advice and practical support
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