ACS: The Local Shop Podcast

Association of Convenience Stores
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Convenience stores are a huge part of the UK economy, employing over 443,000 people while serving millions of customers every day. The Local Shop Podcast brings the ACS team together with retailers and industry experts to discuss upcoming trends and the biggest political issues affecting the sector.

  1. Looking Ahead to 2026

    12/31/2025

    Looking Ahead to 2026

    Chris is joined by Paul, Daniel, Jordan and Rosie in the ACS team to look ahead to 2026 on some of the key areas that will affect the convenience sector, and the ways that you can get involved with our activity in the year ahead.  Check out some of the resources mentioned in the episode below:  Upcoming events: https://www.acs.org.uk/events/upcoming-events Policy Tracker: https://www.acs.org.uk/web-portal/briefings-and-advice/policy-tracker Crime Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ACSCrime2026

    21 min
  2. Budget Preview 2025

    11/24/2025

    Budget Preview 2025

    Chris sits down with James and Ed to discuss what's coming in the Budget, looking at everything from business rates to crime, fuel duty and employment costs.

    25 min
  3. Is AI about to change convenience?

    10/13/2025

    Is AI about to change convenience?

    We talk to John Clancy, co-founder and CEO of Galvia AI about how artificial intelligence can change the way that convenience retailers think about their businesses.  Galvia AI is a sponsor of the ACS Innovation and NPD Showcase, taking place on October 21st at the National Football Museum.  More information about Galvia is available here: https://galvia.ai/

    36 min
  4. What Next in the Battle against Crime?

    03/10/2025

    What Next in the Battle against Crime?

    The ACS Crime Report has revealed a new record level of shop theft, with over 6.2million offences committed in the last year. The report comes on the eve of the second reading of the Crime and Policing Bill, which aims to make a meaningful change to crime in communities.  In this episode, Chris Noice is joined by Nisa head of retail Taranjit Dhillon, independent retailer Ben Salvaratnam, James Lowman and Ed Woodall to discuss the findings of the Crime Report and what strategies work in local shops to reduce crime in the future.

    31 min
  5. Budget Reaction: Big Changes to Employment Costs

    10/30/2024

    Budget Reaction: Big Changes to Employment Costs

    Chris and James talk through the impact of the main announcements in the new Labour Government's first Budget, including employer National Insurance Contributions, business rates, and a new commitment on tackling shoplifting.

    22 min
  6. What's in the Manifestos?

    06/14/2024

    What's in the Manifestos?

    Chris, James and Ed talk through the commitments made in the manifestos released this week from the main parties looking to count on your vote at the General Election.  We cover how the parties stack up on key issues like crime, business rates, employment and public health.  Get the latest from the campaign trail at the ACS Election Centre online at ACS.org.uk

    31 min

  7. 06/12/2024

    Employment Opportunities for Everyone

    James is joined by Gareth Evans from Spectra, Phil Ponsonby from Midcounties Co-operative and Anna Butcher from John Lewis to discuss how convenience retailers are working with the underutilised parts of the workforce, including ex-military, prison leavers and care leavers, to provide important career opportunities.

    36 min
  8. The Election is Coming: What Happens Next

    05/23/2024

    The Election is Coming: What Happens Next

    We react to the news that the General Election will be held on July 4th after a surprise announcement from the Prime Minister. Plus, what does the election mean for legislation that's currently working its way through parliament, and how can you get involved with the campaign by hosting a store visit with candidates.

    16 min
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Convenience stores are a huge part of the UK economy, employing over 443,000 people while serving millions of customers every day. The Local Shop Podcast brings the ACS team together with retailers and industry experts to discuss upcoming trends and the biggest political issues affecting the sector.

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  • Creator
    Association of Convenience Stores
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodes
    78
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Association of Convenience Stores
  • Show Website
    ACS: The Local Shop Podcast