Grocery Gazette

Grocery Gazette is a free, independent online news platform dedicated to delivering the latest and most significant updates in the grocery sector. Established in 2021, it is a member of the Retail Gazette group, recognized as the UK's leading source for retail news. The publication emphasizes current trends and changes within the fast-paced grocery industry, reporting on a variety of topics, including supermarket updates, discount retailers, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), and new product releases. It also provides insights into the behind-the-scenes activities of major supermarket chains.

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UK bans EU meat and cheese imports as Brits face £5000 fine over new disease outbreak

1 week ago | grocerygazette.co.uk | Yasmeen Louis

The UK government has introduced a temporary ban on the import of EU meat and cheese products, as it attempts to crack down on the spread of foot and mouth disease. Brits bringing the prohibited products into the country, from travels on the continent, could face up to a £5000 fine, whether the products are packed or duty-free. The list of restricted products include pork, beef, lamb, mutton, goat, venison, and dairy products like milk, butter, cheese and yoghurt.
M&S to open 17 new London stores in £90m expansion drive

1 week ago | grocerygazette.co.uk | Yasmeen Louis

Marks and Spencer (M&S) has revealed it is to open a fleet of new foodhalls across London as part of a £90m investment. The high street retailer has announced it will launch six new food halls in Clapham, Covent Garden, Fulham Broadway, Putney, New Malden and Leytonstone, while a further eleven stores are being renewed across London, including a full refresh of the Pantheon on Oxford Street.
Asda tech execs step down as £1bn project nears completion

1 week ago | grocerygazette.co.uk | Yasmeen Louis

Asda’s two key tech executives have departed the business, as the supermarket giant prepares to wrap up its £1bn IT overhaul. The grocery giant confirmed chief information officer (CIO) Carl Dawson and VP of digital and technology Rob Barnes are to exit, as its ‘Project Future’ initiative draws to a close. Dawson first joined the retailer in 2021 from M&S, where he served a seven-year stint as CIO. Previously, he held the role of chief information officer at Thomas Cook, Shop Direct and Tesco.
Pernod Ricard misses forecast as it cites regional disruption

1 week ago | grocerygazette.co.uk | Yasmeen Louis

Pernod Ricard posted a dip in sales in its third quarter, as it blamed phasing technicalities in both India and China. The alcohol giant reported that for the twelve-week period ending 31 March 2025, group net sales fell 3%, despite volumes inching up by 1%. In Europe, this loss widened to a decrease of 7%, with the softer performance attributed to later Easter timings and ongoing challenging macroeconomic conditions.
TikTok Shop launches SME council as it invests in ecommerce growth

1 week ago | grocerygazette.co.uk | Yasmeen Louis

TikTok has launched its first SME council for TikTok-focused small businesses, as the social media platform boosts its ecommerce division. The new council consists of 20 small businesses, using the social media app to grow their brand, through features such as Live shopping and shoppable ads.
Data: 1 in 4 Brits now rely on corner shops over any other retailer

1 week ago | grocerygazette.co.uk | Yasmeen Louis

The British corner shop is experiencing a post-pandemic resurgence, with nearly a quarter of consumers relying on them more than any retailer, claims new research from Coca-Cola. A survey commissioned by the soft drinks giant found that 23% of Brits are more dependent on corner shops than other types of retailers, while 34% said since the pandemic, corner shops are an “essential part of daily life”.
Deliveroo sales surge as CEO hails 'strong start' to 2025

1 week ago | grocerygazette.co.uk | Yasmeen Louis

Deliveroo has delivered a “strong start” to the year, as its gross transaction value (GTV) and orders soar in the first quarter. For the three-month period ending 31 March, the rapid delivery firms group GTV hit £1.871bn, up 9% year-on-year, while sales rose by 8% to £518m. The group’s orders soared 7% to 72.6 million, an increase from 6% in the golden quarter of 2024.
Greggs to expand affordable outlet network amid new sustainability pledges

1 week ago | grocerygazette.co.uk | Yasmeen Louis

Greggs has hit a milestone with its 1,000th breakfast club amid pledges to expand its affordable outlet network, as part of its newly published sustainability report. Published today (16 April), the on-the-go food chain’s sustainability report, dubbed The Greggs Pledge, marks its progress against its long-term five-year sustainability plan.
Asda rolls out the UK's 'cheapest' meningitis jab

1 week ago | grocerygazette.co.uk | Yasmeen Louis

Asda has launched low-cost meningitis shots, as it partners with charity Meningitis Now to support affordable protection against the disease. From 15 April, shoppers at Asda will be able to purchase the vaccination, priced at £89.88 for a single shot and £179.76 for the full course, which the supermarket giant claims is the most affordable on the market.
Asda poaches Tesco exec as new chief people officer

1 week ago | grocerygazette.co.uk | Yasmeen Louis

Asda has appointed James Goodman as its new chief people officer, replacing Hayley Tatum. Goodman joins the grocer from Tesco, where he spent twelve years, most recently as the people director for the UK and ROI. Previously, Goodman also worked in Shanghai as Tesco’s home and clothing division sourcing director, as well as over 7 years at fashion giant Gap, holding roles including senior HR.