Coronavirus
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How Covid-19 is changing consumers’ relationships with food
30 November 2020 CoronavirusIs the pandemic helping to break down the disconnect between consumers and food producers? -
Here’s what the Christmas bubble rules mean for retailers
25 November 2020 CoronavirusWith a new tier system in England and a UK-wide relaxing of Covid-19 restrictions over Christmas, retailers are likely to see a festive sales boost -
Second lockdown: How are indie retailers faring?
19 November 2020 CoronavirusWhile footfall is proving “more resilient” in England’s second lockdown, online shopping is still booming -
Behind the online initiatives boosting indie sales
18 November 2020 CoronavirusAcross the UK, online local shopping initiatives are emerging to support independent retailers in the run-up to Christmas – and experts believe they’re here to stay -
The Source trade show is the latest food event to postpone
13 November 2020 CoronavirusThe South West’s biggest food and drink trade show will now be held in the summer of 2021 due to Covid-19 -
“Still more work to do” after furlough extension announced
06 November 2020 CoronavirusChancellor Rishi Sunak has announced the furlough scheme will be extended across the UK until the end of March 2021, but small retailers still see “gaps” in support -
What does the second lockdown mean for the fine food industry?
02 November 2020 CoronavirusWith a second lockdown due to come into force in England from 5th November, how will the shutdown impact independent food shops and the wider food and drink sector? -
Could the second lockdown bring more panic buying?
30 October 2020 CoronavirusShould we all be preparing for a second wave of panic purchases and stockpiling of food? Ellen Jenne investigates -
Wholesalers outline “urgent support” needed for the food and drink supply chain
21 October 2020 CoronavirusA group of industry leaders have written to the Chancellor to urge the government to extend its support measures to the hospitality sector and those who supply it -
Counterpoint: Alternatives to Sampling
16 October 2020 CoronavirusWith sampling a no-no right now as the pandemic rumbles on, here’s how to maintain positive sales and customer experience -
4 ways for businesses to thrive during Covid-19
14 October 2020 CoronavirusWith online spending continuing to grow, eCommerce platform Kooomo offers its advice for keeping up with the shift in consumer behaviour -
Local furlough scheme announced amid further business closures
09 October 2020 CoronavirusStarting from 1 November, workers at businesses forced to close their doors will be paid two-thirds of their wages
