All ACS articles
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News
Shop theft in England and Wales grows 20%, highest on record
Shop theft in England and Wales soared 20% last year, topping 530,643 offences compared to 444,022 the previous year
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News
ACS outlines ‘difficult decisions’ being made by retailers after employment cost rises
The ACS has highlighted the impact rising costs are already having on local shops
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FSA issues toolkit to help retailers with quickly evolving slush drinks policy
The FSA has launched a campaign to help retailers communicate the recommended age restrictions on slushes
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News
ACS publishes new guide on store signs for convenience retailers
The Association of Convenience Stores has published a new guide to signs for retailers
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Features and analysis
ACS reveals Raj Aggarwal Trophy 2025 finalists
The ACS has announced the finalists for this trophy, highlighting retailers demonstrating exceptional community retailing
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News
Government provides clarity on HFSS volume promotions
Comments in Labour’s 10-Year Health Plan sparked confusion over the future of HFSS restrictions
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News
Convenience stores revealed as one of the top three essentials on our high streets
Latest barometer survey from the ACS highlights convenience stores as essential for many reasons
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News
ACS urges LPC to consider a 'cautious approach' on future wage hikes
The ACS has responded to the Low Pay Commision’s consultation for the next wage recommendations
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FSA issues new advice on slush drinks and children, and ACS responds
Certain slush drinks should not be served to under-10s, FSA advises
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News
ACS and USDAW write to police urging more efforts on retail crime
ACS warns police leaders that plans to deprioritise shop theft will bolster criminal gangs
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News
ACS welcomes news HFSS regulations in Scotland are to align with England
The ACS welcomes news the incoming regulations on products high in fat, salt or sugar will tally with rest of the UK
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News
More resources needed to enforce disposable vape ban
The ACS has called for more support for Trading Standards to help them enforce the disposable vape ban
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Podcast
Speaking Out: Female retailers who are breaking barriers The Convenience Mix Podcast
The Convenience Mix speaks to leading female retailers about how they have been treated in the sector and what support they’d like to see to ensure equality
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Features and analysis
Raj Aggarwal Golf & Family Day 2025 raises £24,500 for Boparan Trust
The industry came together last week for the annual vibrant event honouring the legacy of Raj Aggarwal
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Features and analysis
Unsure how to respond if your store is a victim of robbery? The ACS can help…
The ACS has issued a guide on what to do if your store is the victim of robbers
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Features and analysis
Highlights from the ACS 30th anniversary event
The ACS celebrated its 30th anniversary with its annual conference and dinner
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Features and analysis
ACS welcomes neighbourhood policing guarantee aiming to bring in 13,000 new officers
The ACS has welcomed the announcement of a new Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee from the Government
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Features and analysis
Trade bodies respond to Chancellor’s spring statement
Rachel Reeve’s speech in Parliament this afternoon has prompted reactions from the ACS and others
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Features and analysis
New ACS report hails Welsh convenience stores as community anchors
The ACS has officially launched its 2025 Welsh Local Shop Report, celebrating the key contributions of Welsh convenience stores