All articles by John Wood – Page 99
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NewsLeeds abandons plans for Clean Air Zone after improvement in pollution levels
Leeds’ planned Clean Air Zone (CAZ) is no longer required thanks to businesses switching to cleaner vehicles faster than expected, a joint review by Leeds City Council and central government has concluded.
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NewsUKPIA report says hydrogen has critical role to play in decarbonisation
Hydrogen has a critical role to play in meeting targets for decarbonisation, according to UKPIA, the oil industry’s trade body. In a new report titled “Transition, Transformation, and Innovation: Our role in the Net-Zero Challenge”, it says the UK downstream oil sector is already playing a significant role in meeting targets for decarbonisation and is capable and willing to do more to reach net-zero.
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NewsEV charging points provider Elmtronics signs a partnership deal with Octopus Energy
EV charging points provider Elmtronics has signed a partnership with Octopus Energy to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) across the UK.
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NewsEG Group pushes EBITDA up 54% on a like-for-like basis in third quarter
Euro Garages parent company EG Group has released a trading update for the three months to September 30 showing EBITDA up a record 54% on a like-for-like basis.
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NewsBP sells 49% stake in portfolio of 199 forecourts for just under £400m
BP has raised nearly £400m through the sale of a 49% stake in the freehold of a portfolio of 199 company-owned forecourts across the UK, as part of a lease-back arrangement.
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NewsCo-op reopens four forecourt sites in one week after an investment of £3m
The Co-op has reopened four petrol filling stations with enhanced food stores this week following a £3m programme of works and improvements.
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NewsPolice renew warnings to forecourts about marauding motorbike gangs at Halloween
Fuel retailers are again being warned to take precautions against lawless gangs of motorbike, quad bike, moped and scooter riders who may take to the roads over Halloween.
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NewsGovernment consults on allowing cashback without a purchase
A consultation on proposals to allow shops to provide cashbacks without a purchase has been announced by the Government.
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NewsTwo man arrested after burglary at Hampshire petrol station
Two men have been arrested in connection with a string of burglaries at business premises in the New Forest in Hampshire including a petrol station.
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Product NewsSwizzels plans to drive sales with virtual Halloween party
Sweet manufacturer Swizzels is aiming to ensure Halloween isn’t cancelled, despite the pandemic, by staging the UK’s largest virtual Halloween party.
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NewsEssar Oil UK extends deal to supply Asda with petrol and diesel
Essar Oil UK, which owns and operates the Stanlow Refinery, has announced a new agreement with Asda for the supply of petrol and diesel in the Midlands. Asda has an existing contract to lift road transport fuels direct from the Road Terminal at Stanlow. The new agreement, however, is the first time that the retail giant will source products from Essar’s Kingsbury Terminal, close to Birmingham.
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NewsForecourt crime falls to lowest level since 2015 according to BOSS
Forecourt crime has fallen to its lowest level since 2015, according to the latest Forecourt Crime Index from BOSS – the British Oil Security Syndicate. After an increase in the first quarter of 2020, the BOSS Forecourt Crime Index covering the second quarter (Q2) of 2020 fell by 50.1% to 99 (198: Q1 2020). However, the volume of incidents is on the rise and BOSS expect a surge in incidents during the second half of 2020.
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NewsNew funding for disabled toilet facilities at motorway service areas
New Government funding has been allocated for disabled toilet facilities at motorway service areas, and the scheme is being extended to include services on A-roads.
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NewsFraudster steals cigarettes, Red Bull and cash from forecourt store
Officers from Suffolk Police are appealing for witnesses after an incident of fraud at a service station.
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NewsSupply of electric cars in UK could dry up in 2021 think tank warns
The supply of new electric cars in the UK is in danger of running out next year as manufacturers prioritise the EU market, a think tank has warned.
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NewsRoadchef awarded Investors in People recognition for its HR policies
Motorway service area operator Roadchef has received gold accreditation from Investors in People (IIP), and has been shortlisted for its employee welfare initiatives at the UK Social Mobility Awards, Employer Benefits Awards and the Engage Awards.
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NewsDetectives release CCTV images after attempted armed robbery
Detectives from Greater Manchester Police have released CCTV images following an attempt armed robbery.
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NewsGovernment praises convenience retailers work during pandemic
Convenience retailers vital role in supporting customers during the pandemic has been praised by the Government.
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NewsUrgent action called for from government to ensure supply of tobacco products
Trade associations for the retail and wholesale sectors are calling for urgent action from the Government to ensure the supply of tobacco products.
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NewsBP Chargemaster wins £21m contract from Police Scotland
BP Chargemaster has been awarded a contract worth up to £21m by Police Scotland to supply electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across its estates.