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Delivering fresh thinking to independent retailers
Deposit Return Scheme: Retailers to register
Exchange for Change have opened the first phase of registration for retailer return points
Why autumn is the perfect time to introduce something new
Why autumn is a great time to launch NPD, for example Cherry Coke Zero Sugar
Bonfire Night: Bringing shoppers together this Autumn
Fireworks, food and friends marks a key occasion for convenience
Diwali: A celebration worth preparing for
Diwali brings people together, creating a distinctive seasonal shopping occasion
Halloween is more than just sweets
The importance of a full range for Halloween, including limited edition soft drinks such as Fanta Halloween.
Vape: New restrictions from 29th October
Retailers need to be aware of the latest legislative changes
How GLP-1s and gut health are changing shopper habits
Health-conscious consumers are increasingly switching up the products they buy
The art of the perfect seasonal display
The right seasonal display can turn a familiar product into an occasion