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
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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
Telegraph raises prices as retailer margins delayed
The Fed said it was disappointed, saying retailers would not benefit from higher margins until year-end
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
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.
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.