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NewsIceland Foods expands Channel Islands presence with first Alderney store
It is the latest Iceland store to open as part of its supply partnership with Alliance stores
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NewsParfetts revamps birthplace of Go Local symbol group with first Extra
The wholesaler and symbol group operator said it marked a significant milestone as it continued invest in its retail network
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Comment & OpinionWhat’s the deal with Asda’s indie convenience push?
Last week, Asda announced a new wholesale supply model for independent retailers, after striking a partnership with Scottish retailer One O One to trial its new Asda Convenience fascia in three Glasgow stores
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Analysis & FeaturesInside Centra’s biggest-ever Northern Ireland store
Centra The Barbican’s 7,900 sq ft store prioritises the customer journey and features a wide range of meals including Musgrave NI’s first bespoke sub-brand dedicated to a specific store
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NewsUnitas and Carlsberg Britvic promotion delivers 312% sales uplift
The initiative was designed to deliver high-impact, short-term flash sales across Unitas’ member wholesale network
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NewsParfetts deploys agentic AI to sharpen supplier insights
Parfetts has partnered with intelligence platform Cerve on the venture
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NewsAsda launches wholesale supply model for independent stores
Asda has struck an initial agreement with Scottish independent retailer One O One to trial its new Asda Convenience fascia at three of its stores in Glasgow
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NewsMusgrave NI’s biggest-ever Centra store sees sales jump 14% post-refit
The store, known in Newcastle as Centra The Barbican, reopened in April after transitioning from its sister retail brand, SuperValu
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NewsParfetts upgrades Go Local vape displays in Phoenix 2 Retail tie-up
The trial project will update the vape displays behind the counter and help to represent the full range of products with adjustable shelving and modular components
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NewsLA Foods opens 14th store with new Nisa fascia
The London-based retailer said the 3,000 sq ft store, which launched in Islington on 8 August, cemented its 25-year partnership with Nisa owner Co-op Wholesale
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NewsCaterforce unveils refreshed brand identity
The new logo will be introduced across the foodservice buying group’s communications and platforms over the coming weeks
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NewsMorrisons More Card hits one million users across franchise estate
The supermarket said the loyalty scheme was helping retailers build loyalty, increase visit frequency, and encourage repeat spend by offering shoppers the chance to earn points on everyday purchases
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ProfilesOne Stop’s John Miller on pet geese, crime and Chumbawamba
‘It’s upsetting and frustrating to see stores dealing with retail crime and antisocial behaviour’
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NewsMorrisons appoints new convenience director
The new hire has been promoted to succeed Matt Heslop, who stepped down in February after less than a year in the role
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NewsAdams Foodservice joins Sterling Supergroup
The business supplies a range of fresh, chilled, frozen and ambient products to customers across south east England
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NewsBooker expands American Express payments to branches and online
The deal means Booker customers can now earn American Express Membership Rewards points on their spending that can be redeemed on travel, gift cards, retail purchases, or statement credits
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NewsVape ban and cost pressures hold convenience growth to 1.6%
Consumers turned to the discounters as they sought ways to save money, while the disposable vape ban also stalled growth for convenience, according to the Lumina Intelligence UK Convenience & Wholesale Market Report
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NewsMorrisons offers £2k switching incentive to grow Daily franchise estate
The supermarket revealed the new incentives at its annual franchise conference at its Hilmore House head office. It said it wanted to support franchise partners’ profitability and estate expansion
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NewsThe Wholesale Group achieves B Corp certification in ‘industry first’
It is the first wholesale buying group to achieve the certification
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Events & AwardsThe Grocer Gold Awards 2026: Symbol/franchise retailer of the year
Retailer focus sees Londis win for second year in a row