James Lowman news, comment and analysis – Page 10
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NewsRaj Aggarwal Trophy to honour late convenience retailer
ACS CEO James Lowman presented Aggarwal’s widow Sunita Aggarwal with the trophy yesterday
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NewsACS commercial director Paul Chamberlain to step down
Chamberlain will step down in March 2021 after a six-month notice period
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NewsGovernment backtracks on face mask rule for shopworkers
The industry expressed anger that the huge investment in protective screens may not prevent staff having to wear face coverings
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NewsRetail workers forced to wear masks under coronavirus clampdown
Boris Johnson said masks would become obligatory for shop assistants and workers in pubs, restaurants and cafés in England
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NewsMillion-pound scheme launched to help improve access to cash
The million-pound pilot will run from October to April and involve 15 shops across England, Scotland and Wales
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NewsTwo-thirds of convenience stores enjoy coronavirus sales boost
Basket spend was up 77% on average while more than half of shopkeepers saw a decrease in footfall
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NewsPlastic bag charge to be extended across all retailers from April
The charge will also increase from 5p to 10p, in line with moves already brought in by the supermarkets
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NewsACS and Alzheimer’s Society host online dementia training for retailers
The sessions are free for ACS members to attend
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Analysis & FeaturesHow local stores can boost the potential of on-demand convenience
C-stores have been vital for communities during the pandemic. So how can local stores boost awareness of new delivery services?
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Analysis & FeaturesIndustry reacts as Boris Johnson announces new obesity crackdown
The new obesity strategy includes plans for a ban on HFSS food promotions in prominent locations in stores
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Analysis & FeaturesIs violence against UK shopworkers getting worse in the pandemic?
Retail staff have reported being verbally and physically attacked when enforcing social distancing measures and buying limits on products
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NewsFace masks to be made mandatory in shops in England from 24 July
Failure to follow the new rules will lead to a fine of up to £100, which will reduce to £50 if paid promptly
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NewsConvenience stores selling hot food to benefit from VAT cut
Retailers will also be eligible to apply for a pavement licence
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NewsGovernment sets out plans to crack down on shopworker abuse
Industry bodies are disappointed no changes to the law have been proposed in the government’s plans
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NewsCMA warn retailers against price gouging as report reveals 400% hand sanitiser hikes
The report revealed hand sanitiser prices were inflated by a median reported average of 400%
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NewsCentral England Co-op and ACS call for action on violence against shop workers
The mutual retailer, which has more than 260 stores across 16 counties, is joining forces with co-operatives in the UK calling on the government to introduce new legislation to better protect key workers
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NewsOne-metre social distancing and pubs & restaurants to open: industry reacts
Hairdressers, hotels, campsites, outdoor gyms, theme parks and libraries are also allowed to reopen from 4 July
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Analysis & FeaturesAre relaxed Sunday trading rules the answer to growth?
The row is set to re-emerge as a stimulus to aid retail recovery
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Analysis & FeaturesFree school meals: how government botched the scheme
With schools closed, millions of children are relying on a free school meals voucher scheme. But the rollout has been chaotic
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Comment & OpinionThe Sunday trading debate has resurfaced. Would relaxation really help?
Opposition to the idea is likely to be as fierce, if not more so, than ever before