Fed highlights shop worker harassment and theft concerns
The issues were discussed at a meeting with Merseyside Police and Crime Commissioner Emily Spurrell on 6 July
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Smiths News freezes carriage charges ahead of expansion
The decision effectively extends the wholesaler's 10-year commitment to an 11-year freeze
Allwyn sends kits explaining upcoming Powerball game launch to thousands of shops
Powerball tickets will go on sale in UK stores from 21 July, giving retailers 20p commission on every £4 line sold
Immigration checks at Smiths News depot cause severe disruption to newspaper supplies
Smiths News said the "timing" of the visit by Border Force officers was behind major delivery issues
Politicians praise Glasgow retailer support for independent shop owners
The early day motion highlights Nathalie Fullerton's dedication to the convenience industry's biggest trade groups
EXCLUSIVE: InPost changes how it decides how much Pokémon stock to send each store
Unlike its previous limits on Pokémon orders, InPost is sending more stock to top-selling shops
Retailers rage at Evri’s decision to claw back overpayments to shops after slashing commission rates
Evri has again attracted the anger of its partnered stores over plans to claw back overpayments following recent commission cuts.
Post Office launches Plus format
The first site under the pilot launched in Derby on 17 July
Smiths News secures exclusive Frontline magazine distribution deal
Frontline manages more than 60% of UK magazine sales and works with more than 100 publishers
EXCLUSIVE: Self Servex machines helping stores make thousands from unused outdoor space
Retailers receive either a share of sales or annual rent payments, depending on the unit
‘Dodgy shops’ among biggest reasons people think high streets are in decline
Meanwhile, convenience stores are ranked as the number one businesses for supporting local growth