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Co-op Group loss widens despite food sales growth
Co-op Group's underlying operating loss widens to £45 million despite a 2.6% growth in food sales revenue.
By Mira Anggreini · Sep 28, 2026
Tag: retailers
Deal Alerts
Applications Open for Brand Licensing Europe’s Retail Mentoring Programme
Applications open for Brand Licensing Europe's 2027 Retail Mentoring Programme, offering UK retailers free access to specialist training, industry contacts, and
By kalong · Sep 26, 2026
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AI influences most of Gen Z’s store spending
AI influences most of Gen Z's store spending, with 67% using AI for search and discovery online, shaping their purchasing decisions.
By kalong · Sep 25, 2026
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Cornish Bakery launches RISE dining concept
Cornish Bakery launches RISE dining concept with small plates and alcohol for the first time, a new direction for the company.
By Mira Anggreini · Sep 24, 2026
Shipping Watch
UK retailers warned of tighter vape age rules
UK retailers warned that tighter vape age rules take effect on 29 October 2026, making sales to under-18s illegal, with further limits from 1 January...
By Chloe Mitchell · Sep 23, 2026
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British shops lose billions to illicit tobacco sales
British retailers lose billions to illicit tobacco sales, with 27% of Croydon stores selling counterfeit cigarettes at £4.50 per pack—leaving shopkeepers strugg
By Amelia Cooper · Sep 22, 2026
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UK government pushes vape crackdown despite unfinished research
The UK government proposes stricter vape regulations—including color limits and counter storage—to reduce under-18 access, despite ongoing research.
By kalong · Sep 21, 2026
Store Reviews
Co-op Wholesale upgrades food-to-go direct offer
Co-op Wholesale updates its food-to-go direct offer with Greencore on 5 October 2026, adding nearly double the SKUs and Yo Sushi to its portfolio.
By kalong · Sep 19, 2026
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Tomra unveils compact reverse vending machine for stores
Tomra launches a reverse vending machine for UK stores, fitting into just 0.45 sqm and ready for the 2027 deposit‑return scheme, boosting convenience.
By Amelia Cooper · Sep 17, 2026
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Tutbury bank building reborn as Spar store
A historic Lloyds Bank branch in Tutbury, Staffordshire, transformed into a Spar store, blending heritage with modern convenience for the community
By kalong · Sep 16, 2026