Watchdog issues ‘compliance notices’ for Fuel Finder rule breaches
Highland forecourt The Green Welly Stop hits the market
Competition and Markets Authority says fuel retailers are too “passive” with pricing
Forecourts in hot water as miscalibrated pumps dispense incorrect amounts of fuel
Government eyes up car wash ban
London petrol stations hit with three armed robberies a month
Sales of disposable BBQs banned
Government launches official review of electric car targets
Hawtree & Sons boost valeting income with car dryer/vacuum combo
CWA opposes preparations for drought ban on mechanical car washes
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COMMENT: This graph gives just a taste of the CMA’s woeful fuel-market analysis
You’ve got to hand it to the Competition and Markets Authority: it must take a certain strength of mind to ‘monitor’ fuel prices without acknowledging that tax is by far the biggest single reason why petrol and diesel are so expensive.
COMMENT: Carvery roasts to broken canopies: how to impress – and depress – a Forecourt Trader roving judge
Local customers queueing at a counter for carvery roasts, a pristine toilet decorated with flowers, an array of locally-sourced delicacies – just some of the surprises for a Forecourt Trader Awards’ roving judge.
FOCUS ON: Five things to know about the Big Night In
With money tight for many, the idea of treating yourself and loved ones to an evening of pampered indulgence at the fraction of the cost of going out is compelling: Step forward the Big Night In retail opportunity.
LEGAL DOCTOR: What the Deposit Return Scheme means for petrol retailers
The new Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) for drinks containers is coming to all parts of the UK, with a launch date of October 1, 2027. Robert Botkai, senior partner at Winckworth Sherwood, explains how the scheme will work and what it means in practice for forecourt operators.
FOCUS ON: Seven things you need to know about bread and bakery
One of the traditional staples of the forecourt and convenience store sector, how does bread and bakery factor into a modern offering?
FORECOURT TRADER AWARDS 2026: This year’s contenders for industry’s top accolades
The wait is over with the reveal of the shortlist for the Forecourt Trader Awards 2026, sponsored by Booker.
Budgens and Londis: redefining convenience at the modern forecourt
Seeking organic growth across forecourts
Tackling the complexities of forecourt retail
How to build a vape range that drives footfall and margin
Choosing the right symbol group partner
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Focus On Features
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Industry Features & Analysis
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LEGAL DOCTOR: What the Deposit Return Scheme means for petrol retailers
LEGAL DOCTOR: Key updates on the Tobacco and Vapes Act 2026, and the Deposit Return Scheme
Exchange for Change gives more retailers choice over DRS
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Why compliance is your untapped growth driver
The Five Pillars of Fuel Pricing
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