All The Grocer articles in 17 February 2024
Previous issues.
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NewsLess than a week until LIVE’s hottest grocery lineup hits the stage
Taking place on 12 and 13 March, LIVE brings together leaders and decision makers from all parts of the retail and fmcg sector in one of the industry’s largest forums for networking and exchanging ideas
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Comment and OpinionDéjà vu Defra churns up food waste consultation… again
Will someone please call Bill Murray and Andie MacDowell to tell them the cameras are still rolling? It’s food waste Groundhog Day
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Comment and OpinionGovernment must prioritise food supply chain to avoid further inflation
This year’s general election marks a fork in the road for the food supply chain, says Phil Pluck, CEO of the Cold Chain Federation
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Comment and OpinionSustainability in business is simply the right thing to do
Climate change poses an existential threat and we all have a role to play in fighting it, says Chris Fraser, founder of Ellers Farm Distillery
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Analysis and FeaturesSultana shortage won’t be easily resolved and ‘will hit prices’
Adverse weather conditions are pushing up global prices of raisins, sultanas and currants, with cost pressures hitting retailers
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Analysis and FeaturesSpotted in stores: what’s new for February 2024
Each month, we highlight new and interesting products, displays and features our team has snapped in the leading grocers
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Comment and OpinionFlush the roll tax – the battle for consumer savings begins
Who Gives a Crap calls on the Treasury to scrap what it calls the ‘roll tax’. That’s the 20% VAT on toilet tissue
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Profiles and QandAsMy food & drink job: Cara Thomas, e-commerce executive, Lindt
‘Be passionate about you do and don’t be deterred by a lack of formal qualifications. Look out for opportunities to gain experience’
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NewsWho Gives a Crap calls for end to 20% VAT on toilet tissue
The DTC brand has demanded the end to the “roll tax” in a submission to the Treasury
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Feature SynopsisFocus on Low and No Alcohol: 30 March
No and low-alcohol brands are pushing into sports advertising. Are more partnerships imminent?
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Feature SynopsisFocus On Beer & Cider: 30 March
Duty changes in mid-2023 introduced a lower tax rate for beers and ciders. How has the landscape changed?
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NewsPetfood startup Ted’s Bowl to debut frozen meals with Ocado listing
The British brand will offer seven microwavable meals suitable for puppies, adult dogs, senior dogs, kittens and adult cats
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Comment and OpinionIs Morrisons right to bring customers into management meetings?
Senior teams are highly experienced, but this can hold them back in a cycle of what they already know, says Stuart Williamson, partner at Sullivan & Stanley
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Comment and OpinionNature should be a stakeholder in all businesses
Our economy is dependent on a thriving natural world yet nature does not have a real role in boardroom decisions, says Paolo Quattrone, professor of accounting, governance & society at Alliance Manchester Business School
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NewsBrewDog Black Heart sales ‘reach 10% of Guinness’
Black Heart has flown out of the blocks, but has some way to go to challenge Guinness’ hegemony in stout
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Comment and OpinionPot Noodle’s office slurper disgusts colleagues… and viewers
The idea is to reaffirm Pot Noodle’s ‘no nonsense’ status, cementing its appeal to rebels
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Comment and OpinionWhy we’re backing the burger awards and celebrating UK food
This year is The National Burger Awards’ 10th anniversary - and it’s bigger and better than ever
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Comment and OpinionConvenience stores are the new frontier of retail media
Co-op’s retail media network shows convenience stores are beginning to comprehend the financial opportunity, says David Muldoon, VP, strategic advisory at MediaLink
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NewsBritvic trademark activity hints at future ‘fruit & veg’ NPD
Britvic refused to be drawn on its future plans
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Guide ToThe Grocer Guide To Confectionery
Although the cost-of-living crisis and HFSS regulations are bringing pressure to the market, confectionery suppliers continue to trade on the appeal of their products as affordable treats. And, as the concepts of sharing and gifting take on a heightened significance, find out how they are using social ...