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Retail Sales Bite Back
UK retailers forged ahead last month with record growth in sales of food that gave few signs consumers were suffering from rising living costs, according to official data.
New Food Stores In Capital Set The Trend
The credit crunch may well be underway, but that hasn't stopped two upmarket food chains revealing major expansion plans.
Speciality Food Launches Survey With Prizes To Be Won!
Speciality Food magazine has just launched its most comprehensive survey and wants its readers to take part
Uk Shoppers Value Food Ethics
UK consumers are increasingly placing an emphasis on the importance of food ethics when making purchases, an expert claims.
Food Prices To Change Retailing
The rise in food prices could have a significant impact on consumer behaviour, as well as retailer and supplier strategies, reveals a new report by consultant, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu.
Bottled Water Sales Rocket But For How Long?
Britons have increased their consumption of bottled water at the fastest rate in Europe over the last five years, but ethical concerns could thwart future growth.
Kids Still Reaching For Chocolate And Crisps
According to a new survey, the majority of children still favour crisps, biscuits, cakes and confectionery, but the healthy eating message is filtering through.
More Greengrocers Are Forced Out Of Business
The shocking figures, which were gleaned from HM Revenue & Customs' VAT records for all businesses operating in the UK, show that in April 1997 there were 6,916 registered greengrocers but this had declined to 3,948 by April this year, a fall that equates to five closing every single week for the last 11 years.
Food Ethics Are High On The Agenda
According to a new study, British consumers are now considering the ethics behind the food products they are purchasing.
Maximising Easter Sales
Peter Martin of the House of Sarunds looks at ways to boost your Easter confectionery offering.
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