All Forecourt Trader articles in September 2006 – Page 3

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    Site figures drop again

    2006-09-06T00:00:00Z

    The number of forecourt sites has dropped to 9,626, according to the latest figures published by Catalist.Figures for the second quarter show that dealers have taken the brunt of the losses, with 80 sites going. The oil companies dropped 10 sites, while the hypermarkets gained two."It’s a fairly consistent pattern, ...

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    Toblerone’s adult move

    2006-09-06T00:00:00Z

    Toblerone One by One five varieties, has a new pack design to give a more premium, adult look.The brand is said to have grown 38% year on year and is aimed at sharing and gifting occasions. Packs include a mix of flavours to suit most tastes, all individually twist-wrapped. Flavours ...

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    Simply adds chicken

    2006-09-06T00:00:00Z

    Birds Eye has added two new chicken recipes to its Simply frozen food range.The products consist of 100% whole chicken breasts, covered either in breadcrumbs infused with rosemary & sage or a lightly seasoned crumb. Rrp is £2.29 for a 300g pack of two.The range is supported by a £1.5m ...

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    ACS wants to hear your views

    2006-09-06T00:00:00Z

    Forecourt retailers are being urged to voice their concerns about rising employment costs, as the government prepares to introduce a number of employee-friendly measures.The Association of Convenience Stores is running a campaign focusing on the potential impact of extending paid holidays, introducing compulsory employer pension contributions and any ...

  • Fuel prices, August 28, 2006
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    Fuel prices, August 28, 2006

    2006-09-06T00:00:00Z

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    Drought order application withdrawn

    2006-09-04T00:00:00Z

    The closure threat looming over car wash operators in the Thames Water area has been lifted after the water company withdrew its application for a drought order.Thames Water’s environment director, Richard Aylard, said that higher rainfall in July and August had reduced the need for further restrictions. Customers also cut ...