All ACS articles
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NewsACS highlights the essential role of banking and access to cash in stores to Treasury
The ACS has submitted evidence to the Treasury’s call for evidence on in-person banking services
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NewsACS says shops are making difficult decisions due to employment costs
ACS calls on Low Pay Commission to consider effect of employment cost rises on shops
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NewsGovernment to ban energy drink sales to under-16s
The Government has announced plans to ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to children under 16 in England, with legislation expected to come into force in April 2027
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NewsACS analyses health of UK high streets in new report
A new ACS report has identified empty shop units, poor retail range and retail crime as the main reasons the public believes high streets are getting worse, with convenience stores ranked as the top service for supporting local growth
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NewsWelsh local shops play a larger part in communities than those elsewhere in UK
New ACS report highlights the often vital role stores play in Welsh communities
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NewsNew report highlights the need for addiction interventions to tackle theft
A new report has highlighted why and when addicted offenders commit various crimes
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NewsACS urges Wales to exclude glass from deposit return scheme
The Association of Convenience Stores has written to the Welsh Government urging it to exclude glass from its Deposit Return Scheme, warning that without urgent action the scheme cannot launch successfully in 2027
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NewsGovernment under fire for ‘inadequate’ business support
The Business and Trade Committee has branded the Government’s response to its small business report ‘inadequate’, warning that cost pressures are becoming impossible to bear and demanding a fresh set of proposals within two months
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NewsACS calls for 18-month grace period for retailers for any new food regulations
The ACS has responded to a consultation on the future application of the nutrient profiling model
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NewsACS warns Home Affairs Committee of criminals ‘operating in plain sight’
The ACS warns the Home Affairs Committee of high streets awash with organised crime
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NewsACS launches ‘comprehensive DRS resources hub’ for retailers
The ACS has launched a new hub for retailers to help with the upcoming DRS
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NewsExchange For Change reveals expanded DRS exemptions and £60m grant funding
Exchange For Change has confirmed more details surrounding the support available for independent retailers ahead of the deposit return scheme’s October 2027 launch, including enhanced exemption criteria and £60m in grant funding
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NewsLorraine Hendle to step down from William Reed after 27 years
Lorraine Hendle is stepping down as managing director of UK Brands at William Reed in August after 27 years with the business
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NewsACS launches campaign to crack down on rogue traders
The Association of Convenience Stores has launched its ‘Stop Rogue Traders’ campaign, calling for stronger sanctions and additional funding to combat illicit trade
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NewsACS warns flexibility proposals risk adding retail costs
The Association of Convenience Stores has warned that proposed changes to employment flexibility could add further costs and complexity to retailers already facing pressure from higher business taxes and increased regulation.
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NewsTrade body responds to rumours of a price cap on essential supermarket foods
The ACS has responded to news this week the Government might consider a cap on prices in supermarkets
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NewsLocal shops and more welcome extra protections detailed in King’s Speech
Trade bodies have reacted positively to new bills announced today by King Charles
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NewsACS promotes from within for two newly created roles
The ACS has created two new roles for some longstanding team members
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NewsCrime & Policing Bill becomes law after Royal Assent granted
A host of new measures will now become enshrined in law to better protect stores and workers
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Features and analysisGlasgow’s first ever Go Local store opens its doors
Glasgow now has its first Go Local led by experienced retailer Nathalie Fullerton