Supplier Updates & Information
This page is dedicated to supplier information during COVID-19 throughout the United Kingdom. The NFRN are here to help and will provide regular updates and information for members on this page.
Covid-19 and lifting of restrictions: an update
Covid-19 and lifting of restrictions: an update
New advice for stores on working safely after Freedom Day
stores on working safely after Freedom Day
Lockdown anniversary: It was the best of...
On the anniversary of the first lockdown, NFRN National President Stuart Reddish reflects on the past year for independent retailers.
MHCLG NEWS: NEW RAFT OF MEASURES TO...
A new £56 million Welcome Back Fund will help councils boost tourism, improve green spaces and provide more outdoor seating areas, markets...
Shadow Home Secretary supports protection of shopworkers
Nick Thomas-Symonds raises the issue of attacks on shopworkers during a Commons debate on the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill.
Rishi Sunak To Extend Business Rates Relief And Furlough
Rishi Sunak is set to extend business rates relief and prolong the furlough scheme into the summer The Telegraph has reported.
The Retail Mutual Are Warning Retailers To...
“Don’t take the risk when it comes to your customers, staff, business and cover providers” says The Retail Mutual.
Camelot - COVID-19 Retail Sales Team Update
As Camelot continue to monitor Government guidelines, with immediate effect all Retail Sales Executives (RSEs) will pause all visits to National...
JTI Covid-19 Update
JTI have announced that due to the new Covid-19 regulations that all salesforce colleagues will suspend field-based work.
Camelot - Update To In-Store Visits
Camelot have outlined how face-to-face store visits from their Retail Sales Executives (RSEs) will be affected by the current government guidance...
COVID-19: CMA And Trade Bodies Issue Joint...
The CMA and various trade associations, including the NFRN, remain concerned that some retailers have been raising prices unfairly.
Federation’s Elite Partners Reiterate Their Commitment To Members
Our elite partners will be working tirelessly to help you to remain open for business over the coming weeks. Read below to find out how to get in touch
Camelot
As the operator of The National Lottery, we are a company like no other – a commercial organisation that raises billions of pounds every year for the public good. Our overall objective is to maximise returns to Good Causes through selling National Lottery products in an efficient and socially-responsible way. T: 0800 840 5060 www.retailerhub.co.uk
Panini
At Panini we only have the biggest and best trading card and sticker collections and are proud to be an Elite Partner of the biggest independent retail group in the world. For stock and for marketing materials please contact NFRN Connect. T: NFRN Connect on 0800 121 6376 E: connect@nfrn.org.uk
The Telegraph
Our subscriber first strategy provides a fantastic opportunity to work together to drive further value for your business and real value back to the customer through working together to sell print subscriptions. NFRN members have already earned over £20,000 converting Telegraph customers to subscriptions. T: NFRN Connect on 0800 121 6376 E: retailsupport@telegraph.co.uk www.telegraph.co.uk
Post Office
Post Office offers market-leading products and services in mail, banking, bill payments and foreign exchange. Running a Post Office brings all kinds of people into your retail store from parents paying their utility bills to small business owners paying in cash, and from online traders posting parcels to holidaymakers collecting their travel money. You become the shop, the bank and the Post Office in your community. T: 03333 455560 E: nd.enquiries@postoffice.co.uk www.runapostoffice.co.uk
Newtrade Media
Newtrade Media is the go-to source of information for independent retailers. Our print publications, RN, Retail Express, Vape Retailer and The Retail Success Handbook are filled with advice from the shop floor, exclusive news and industry insights that will help you grow your sales and profits. T: 020 7689 3384 www.betterretailing.com
Booker
Booker is the UK’s leading food & drink wholesaler with branches nationwide and are proud to serve Premier, Londis, Budgens and Family Shopper retailers. Booker’s commitment to customers is to improve choice, price and service to help them drive footfall, sales and profits in their business. Find your local branch on their website www.booker.co.uk.
Reach
The UK’s largest commercial news publisher, with over 150 titles including the Mirror, Express, Star, Daily Record, Manchester Evening News and Liverpool Echo, as well as magazines OK! and New! Reach understands the importance and value of home news delivery (HND), working tirelessly at industry level and directly with the NFRN on projects to help build and support new and existing distribution services. E: john.howard@reachplc.com
Payzone
Payzone enables retailers to offer a wide range of services to their customers. From making gas, electric and water bill payments, toppingup their phones, bus and railcards to collecting parcels. With suppliers such as British Gas, Eon, and EE, retailers can increase the footfall to their store by becoming a one-stop-shop within their community. T: 0800 0569597 E: nfrn@pzbp.co.uk www.payzone.co.uk/retailers/
Nestle
Nestlé’s Wholesale & Convenience Team cover many iconic brands, including Nescafé, Maggi, Carnation and Nesquik. Our key focus this year is winning in drinks-to-go, with our exciting relaunch of Nescafé Azera Nitro cold coffee and the launch of Nesquik Ready To Drink. Look out for news on these products! T: 07884 547511 E: daisythompson@uk.nestle.com www.nescafe.com/
The Retail Mutual
The Retail Mutual has been collaborating with the NFRN for over 20 years to provide independent retailers with an alternative to insurance. Founded by retailers for retailers, we are dedicated to protecting you and your business. We also offer an extended portfolio of products to protect your home, your family, your staff and any landlord properties you may have. T: 0333 2127 263 E: info@theretailmutual.com www.theretailmutual.com
Nisa
With more than 40 years’ experience helping to build thriving independent businesses, Nisa is the name that retailers trust. Our award winning delivery network, averaging 98 per cent availability, extensive product range and strong own-label brand – including over 2,000 Co-op own brand products – means that our partners enjoy unrivalled service and support. T: 0800 542 7490 www.join-nisa.co.uk
Philip Morris Limited
At Philip Morris Limited (PML) we have a smoke-free-vision, and you are part of it. To make the most of what we are offering during the menthol cigarette ban, register at www.menthol-ban-retail. co.uk. By registering, you can get the latest updates on selling our IQOS Menthol Kits, understand the impact on your business and also benefit from our free of charge menthol cigarette buy-back scheme. Join us in creating a smoke free future. www.menthol-ban-retail.co.uk
Mail Newspaper
Mail Newspapers is delighted to continue its Elite Partnership with the NFRN, working with members to maintain a successful independent news category through trade events and initiatives, such as our sponsorship of the Newsagent of the Month and Newsagent of the Year awards. T: 0345 071 2720 E: myretailmatters@mailnewspapers.co.uk www.myretailmatters.co.uk
Boost
Trading in energy, sports, protein and now chilled coffee soft drinks, Boost is still the only functional drinks brand that exclusively serves the independent convenience channel. Boost also boast one of the fastest selling Soft Drinks and is one of only three energy brands in volume growth YOY in wholesale. E: info@boostdrinks.com T: 0113 240 3666 www.boostdrinks.com/trade.