Tony Corbin

London

Digital Editor at Independent Retail News

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Articles

Wolverhampton store owner prosecuted for sales of vapes to minors and illegal products

1 week ago | talkingretail.com | Tony Corbin

Abdul Qadir Davoodi, owner of Wardak Supermarket in Lea Road, made the illegal sales during two test purchases. He pleaded guilty to four charges under Tobacco and Related Products Regulations 2016, one charge under the Nicotine Inhaling Products (Age of sale and Proxy Purchasing) Regulations 2015 and one charge under the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008. Davoodi was fined £2,500 and ordered to pay court costs of £4,500 and a victim surcharge of £1,000.
Loyalty platforms can play role in tackling retail crime, says Jisp

1 week ago | talkingretail.com | Tony Corbin

Now, retail technology company Jisp is highlighting how digital loyalty and rewards platforms can play an unexpected—but vital—role in supporting safer, more resilient local retail. From theft and antisocial behaviour to staff abuse, retail crime has become a pressing challenge for convenience stores. But while traditional deterrents like CCTV and security tags remain crucial, Jisp believes community-powered engagement is an often-overlooked piece of the solution.
Rockstar Energy unveils Blood Orange Zero Sugar in 330ml PMP can

1 week ago | talkingretail.com | Tony Corbin

The latest format and flavour is designed to broaden appeal and bring new shoppers into the category, by targeting non-traditional energy drinkers with “a more accessible option”. The Blood Orange variant will launch as an initial exclusive to the convenience channel and taps into a popular summer flavour and a key stimulant flavour already, with citrus worth more than £45m.
Retail industry reacts to ONS report of biggest monthly sales dip since 2023

1 week ago | talkingretail.com | Tony Corbin

It’s the first month this year that retail figures have dipped and the biggest drop since December 2023. Kris Hamer, director of insight at the British Retail Consortium, said: “May sales saw the weakest growth in 2025 as many consumers hold back on spending on retail, and opt to use their spare cash on experiences and summer holidays.
Nearly half of UK adults now enjoy alcohol-free beers, wines or spirits

1 week ago | talkingretail.com | Tony Corbin

This marks a fundamental shift in a nation once defined by its drinking culture. Key findings from the report include:More people are enjoying alcohol-free drinks than ever before with 48% of UK adults now drinking them. 37% of 18-34-year-olds drink alcohol-free drinks weekly – four times the rate for over-55s (9%). Over half (56%) want to see alcohol-free drinks more widely promoted as alternatives to alcohol.
Gen Z drives improvements in consumer confidence

1 week ago | talkingretail.com | Tony Corbin

Consumer expectations over the next three months of the state of the economy is shown to have improved to -28 in June, up from -36 in May. Expectations of personal financial situations over the same period improved to -5 in June, up from -12 in May, of personal spending on retail rose to +2 in June, up from 0 in May and of personal spending overall rose to +12 in June, up from +10 in May while expectations of personal saving rose slightly to -4 in June, up from -5 in May.
NewstrAid Nationwide Scavenger Hunt returns to support newstrade sector

1 week ago | talkingretail.com | Tony Corbin

Designed to foster team cohesion and industry engagement, the initiative also plays a vital role in raising funds to support individuals within the newspaper and magazine trade who are experiencing hardship. Neil Jagger, chief executive of NewstrAid, said: “We are really proud to be running this popular event for a second year. It is more than just a game, it’s a chance for people across the sector to come together, strengthen team bonds, and help us raise funds for the charity.
C-Store Collective appoints industry veteran as associate director

1 week ago | talkingretail.com | Tony Corbin

With over three decades of experience in convenience store operations and supply chain management, Martin Swadling brings breadth of leadership and insight to his new role. He joins C-Store Collective following a distinguished tenure at Booker, where at various times he ran the Premier & Londis brands. “I am absolutely thrilled to join C-Store Collective,” said Swadling.
Scottish government's HFSS restrictions to align with rest of UK

1 week ago | talkingretail.com | Tony Corbin

Ministers rolled back on proposals to include Temporary Price Reductions (TPRs) and meal deals in the scheme, and free-standing displays will also not be included. The move brings the restrictions much closer to measures already introduced across England and Wales. Businesses with over 50 members of staff, including stores operating under a franchise/symbol group arrangement will be included in the ‘Price Promotion Restrictions’. Such as multi-buy and free refills of soft drinks with added sugar.
Costs filtering through as food inflation jumps in May

1 week ago | talkingretail.com | Tony Corbin

Kris Hamer, the British Retail Consortium’s director of insight, said: “Headline inflation held at 3.4% as higher bills and new business costs introduced in April continued to filter through into the economy. “Worryingly for consumers, the price of the weekly shop rose once again as food inflation continued its upward trajectory, reaching its highest level since February last year. “However, there were some bright spots.