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    The future's healthy for impulse

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    The grab-and-go market is booming and manufacturers are finding there are new profits to be found in healthy, functional options and ever greater variety. Helen Lewis reportsIt's easy to see why the UK's manufacturers are clamouring...

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    Relaxation of Sunday trading laws 'would not generate more sales'

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    Relaxing Sunday trading laws would not create new jobs, a cost-benefit analysis into easing or removing current restrictions on Sunday trading in England and Wales has conceded. The analysis for the DTI concluded that overall...

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    Tesco global role reshuffle

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    Tesco has had a reshuffle of its senior international management team.Paul Kennedy, CEO of ­Tesco's operations in Hungary, has been appointed inter­national formats ­director. He will drive the development of Tesco's formats in...

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    Tesco global role reshuffle

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    Tesco has had a reshuffle of its senior international management team.Paul Kennedy, CEO of ­Tesco's operations in Hungary, has been appointed inter­national formats ­director. He will drive the development of...

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    It's Globus warming

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    The German grocery market may be a no-frills affair but Globus is going for gold when it comes to customer service and fresh foods. Julian Hunt reports. Germany: home of the discounter; land of the no-frills retailer. But not...

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    T&T goes to liquidation

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    T&T Beverages, the low-calorie soft drinks company that came to prominence through its sponsorship of ITV pop wannabe programme Popstars in 2001, has been placed into liquidation and its trademarks and products put up for...

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    Wilkinson grabs a slice of the pie

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    Wilkinson has stepped up its grocery offer with a trial in 20 stores, says Beth Brooks. Last month, The Grocer revealed that high street general merchandise retailer Wilkinson was stepping up its grocery offer by trialling food products…

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    P&G's Woodward takes on Heinz UK presidency

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    David Woodward has been appointed president of Heinz UK and Ireland, replacing Jane Miller, who last month said that she would be stepping down from the role at the end of this month for personal reasons (The Grocer, April 22,...

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    HIM: promotions are not noticed

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    Convenience stores are under-exploiting opportunities to boost sales through in-store promotions, shopping research consultancy HIM has said. HIM's survey found only a quarter of shoppers noticed in-store promotions. Furthermore,...

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    Hot Stuff Mobile Phones

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    Separate phone, pocket PC and sat-nav? Tsk, tsk. The Mio A701 flies in the face of gadget multiples and perches in the hallowed halls of convergence.It's a phone-shaped ­device and its triband ­functionality means it works...

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    Hot Stuff Mobile Phones

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    Separate phone, pocket PC and sat-nav? Tsk, tsk. The Mio A701 flies in the face of gadget multiples and perches in the hallowed halls of convergence.It's a phone-shaped ­device and its triband ­functionality means it works...

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    Hot Stuff Mobile Phones

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    Mio A701: from £450Separate phone, pocket PC and sat-nav? Tsk, tsk. The Mio A701 flies in the face of gadget multiples and perches in the hallowed halls of convergence.It's a phone-shaped ­device and its triband...

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    Hot Stuff Mobile Phones

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    Separate phone, pocket PC and sat-nav? Tsk, tsk. The Mio A701 flies in the face of gadget multiples and perches in the hallowed halls of convergence.It's a phone-shaped ­device and its triband ­functionality means it...

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    Innocently reaping rewards

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    Smart manufacturers are 'doing an Innocent' and capitalising on the health food revolution currently sweeping the UK snack marketAs the health debate continues to rage, the industry is having to respond with healthier products,...

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    Innocently reaping rewards

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    Smart manufacturers are 'doing an Innocent' and capitalising on the health food revolution currently sweeping the UK snack marketAs the health debate continues to rage, the industry is having to respond with healthier products,...

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    It's a tactical match

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    Celebrities, competitions and cash prizes are some of the tactics companies are using to ensure their brand stays at the forefront of consumers' mindsPeter Shilton, Bryan Robson, Sir Bobby Charlton and Alan Ball make up a few of...

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    It's a tactical match

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    Celebrities, competitions and cash prizes are some of the tactics companies are using to ensure their brand stays at the forefront of consumers' mindsPeter Shilton, Bryan Robson, Sir Bobby Charlton and Alan Ball make up a few of...

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    It's a tactical match

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    Celebrities, competitions and cash prizes are some of the tactics companies are using to ensure their brand stays at the forefront of consumers' mindsPeter Shilton, Bryan Robson, Sir Bobby Charlton and Alan Ball make up a few of...

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    McCarthy quits JS for top job at Poundland

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    Jim McCarthy, managing director of convenience at Sainsbury, is leaving the group in September to take up the role of chief executive officer of discount retailer Poundland.McCarthy was appointed to Sainsbury's operating board in...

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    McCarthy quits JS for top job at Poundland

    2006-05-13T00:00:00Z

    Jim McCarthy, managing director of convenience at Sainsbury, is leaving the group in September to take up the role of chief executive officer of discount retailer Poundland.McCarthy was appointed to Sainsbury's operating board in...