All ACS articles – Page 6
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NewsACS welcomes online sales tax to support local businesses
The Association of Convenience Stores has submitted evidence to the Government’s consultation on the development of an online sales tax (OST), calling on the Government to reduce business rates for retail properties.
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NewsNew #ShopKind Champions appointed to spread the message of the campaign
New #ShopKind Champions from across the retail industry, policing community and government have been announced.
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NewsNew guide advises retailers on catering for customers with disabilities and different needs
A guide for retailers on how to provide excellent customer service for all customers, including the millions of customers with disabilities and different needs, has been published by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS).
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NewsACS warns of increased costs and chaos as implementation of HFSS regulations is delayed
The ongoing chaos over the introduction of HFSS regulations will serve only to impose more costs for consumers and cause confusion for local shops, the Association of Convenience Stores has warned.
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NewsUpcoming ban on special offers on HFSS products could be scrapped to help with cost of living crisis
Upcoming regulations banning special offers on HFSS (high fat, salt, sugar) products are set to be scrapped as part of a range of measures by the government to alleviate the cost of living crisis, according to news outlets including the FT and Sky News.
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NewsTrade associations welcome government commitments in Queen’s speech
Retailers’ trade associations have welcomed commitments made by the government in the Queen’s Speech to regenerate town centres and high streets, and protect consumers’ access to cash.
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NewsWarning proposed Scottish vaping restrictions could disproportionately affect smaller stores
Concerns about proposals from the Scottish government to tighten the rules on advertising and promotion of vaping products, including restrictions on in-store displays, have been raised by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS).
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NewsACS welcomes new law bringing tougher penalties for attacks on shopworkers
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has welcomed the passing of a new law this week which brings into force tougher penalties for those who attack shopworkers.
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NewsACS calls for government to honour commitment to protect access to cash
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has called on the government to honour its commitment to introduce legislation to protect access to cash in the Queen’s Speech next month.
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NewsACS service aims to give retailers an edge in competitive labour market
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has developed a new package of employment resources for retailers, supporting effective recruitment, retention and progression across the convenience sector.
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NewsRetailers advised to operate Challenge 25 policy on new age-restricted categories
New measures to tighten the laws around the sale of knives and corrosive substances have come into force as part of the government’s efforts to tackle youth violence under the Beating Crime Plan.
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NewsNew guidance on HFSS regulations fails to clear up confusion warns ACS
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has warned there is still potential confusion around the upcoming HFSS (high fat, salt and sugar) regulations after new detailed guidance was published by the Department of Health and Social Care.
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NewsACS alerts retailers to new calorie labelling regulations coming into force today
ACS has highlighted its guidance for retailers on calorie labelling regulations, coming into force from today (Wednesday April 6th).
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NewsReport reaffirms links between Covid-19 pandemic and violence against retailers
The link between the Covid-19 pandemic and crimes committed against retailers has been reaffirmed by official figures published today by the Home Office.
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NewsMembers of Senedd meet to raise awareness of violence against Welsh retail staff
The Cross Party Group on Small Shops in the Welsh Parliament has met to raise awareness across the Senedd about the extent and impact of violence and abuse faced by shopworkers.
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NewsACS provides advice to retailers on responding to war in Ukraine
The Association of Convenience Store (ACS) has created a simple summary which helps retailers understand what they can do when responding to the war in Ukraine.
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NewsConvenience stores make record investment in crime prevention measures
The UK’s local shops have invested a record £246m in crime prevention measures over the last year, aiming to tackle the crimes they experience such as theft and robberies, as well as verbal and physical abuse.
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NewsACS calls on Chancellor to extend business rate relief in Spring Statement
The government has been urged to extend the current business rate relief scheme by at least another 12 months by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS).
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NewsACS urges the government to honour its commitment to business rates reform
The government has been urged to honour its commitment to business rates reform by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS).
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NewsGovernment department praises ACS advice in Wellbeing Guide
An ACS publication providing guidance for retailers has been praised in an annual government report.