{"id":2039,"date":"2026-03-18T15:31:35","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T15:31:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/?page_id=2039"},"modified":"2026-04-23T09:27:05","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T09:27:05","slug":"the-fed-award-2026","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/ta\/the-fed-award-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"The Fed Award 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div style=\"min-height: 80%\" data-vc-full-width=\"true\" data-vc-full-width-init=\"false\" data-vc-stretch-content=\"true\" class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid row-80 row-hero row-short vc_custom_1773845612087 vc_row-has-fill vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span class=\"multiple-text-up\">The Fed Awards 2026<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row-full-width vc_clearfix\"><\/div><div style=\"min-height: 80%\" data-vc-full-width=\"true\" data-vc-full-width-init=\"false\" data-vc-stretch-content=\"true\" class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid row-df-padding vc_custom_1773845661877 vc_row-has-fill vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-8\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"aw-single-slider swiper aw-single-swiper\"><div class=\"swiper-wrapper\"><div class=\"swiper-slide\"><div class=\"swiper-slide-inner\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Awards-2026-category-graphic-2-1.png\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"swiper-navigation\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div 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class=\"vc_tta-title-text text-sm\">Photo Gallery<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"vc_tta-tab tf_aus_tab_list_item swiper-slide\" data-number=\"3\" data-vc-tab data-vc-target-model-id=\"vc_tta_tab_3\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"tf_aus_tab_link\" data-vc-tabs data-vc-container=\".vc_tta\" data-vc-target=\"[data-model-id='vc_tta_tab_3']\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text text-sm\">Sponsors<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panels vc_clearfix tf_aus_tab_list_content\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1760367817362-9f1b5f75-ee52\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title\"><a href=\"#1760367817362-9f1b5f75-ee52\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">\u0b85\u0bb1\u0bbf\u0bae\u0bc1\u0b95\u0bae\u0bcd<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_inner vc_row-fluid row-df-padding vc_custom_1769608942010 vc_row-has-fill\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-8\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1764593643643\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h2>\u0b85\u0bb1\u0bbf\u0bae\u0bc1\u0b95\u0bae\u0bcd<\/h2>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h3>June 17, 2026<br \/>\nHilton Birmingham Metropole<br \/>\nFor full information on the Awards, Photo galleries, Winners and Sponsors.<\/h3>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>The Fed Awards acknowledge and honour outstanding achievements in independent retailing, highlighting members who demonstrate business excellence and contribute significantly to their communities, the industry and the Fed!.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_empty_space\"   style=\"height: 32px\"><span class=\"vc_empty_space_inner\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-4\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1769441216340-6abb7e6d-4ea8\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title\"><a href=\"#1769441216340-6abb7e6d-4ea8\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">\u0bb5\u0bbf\u0bb0\u0bc1\u0ba4\u0bc1\u0b95\u0bb3\u0bcd<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_inner vc_row-fluid row-df-padding\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h2>\u0bb5\u0bbf\u0bb0\u0bc1\u0ba4\u0bc1\u0b95\u0bb3\u0bcd<\/h2>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Judging for the Fed Awards 2026 has commenced, and all finalists have now been announced.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>Best Smokeless Alternatives Retailer of the Year, sponsored by BAT<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p>Smokeless alternatives such as vapes, nicotine pouches, and heated tobacco have experienced huge growth in recent years. Responsible management of sales is crucial to prevent underage sales and consider potential environmental impacts.<\/p>\n<p>This award acknowledges retailers who maintain high standards and offer a wide range of products, to help consumers make informed choices. They also implement strict age restrictions and promote the safe disposal of used products.<\/p>\n<p>Sponsored by<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-206\" src=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BAT-logo.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"193\" height=\"85\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BAT-logo.png 746w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BAT-logo-300x132.png 300w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BAT-logo-18x8.png 18w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BAT-logo-325x143.png 325w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BAT-logo-168x74.png 168w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 193px) 100vw, 193px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq tg_aus_faq_first\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>Best Use of Technology, sponsored by *shopt<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p>We are looking for Fed members who use technology to build or transform their businesses and to create a better shopping environment for both customers and your employees.<\/p>\n<p>Technology can be online grocery retailing, upgrading your store\u2019s security or in-store technologies such as shelf-edge labelling, self-checkout, media screens and payment apps.<\/p>\n<p>sponsored by<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2031\" src=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Shopt-logo-300x113-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"83\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>Collectables Retailer of the Year, sponsored by Topps<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p>The Collectables Retailer of the Year excels in providing a wide range of collectable product lines, such as trading cards, stickers and figurines.<\/p>\n<p>They demonstrate a proven sales record, offer a customer ordering facility, and display and market their product lines innovatively to promote sales.<\/p>\n<p>Sponsored by<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-204\" src=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Topps-Logo-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"112\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Topps-Logo-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Topps-Logo-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Topps-Logo-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Topps-Logo-325x183.jpg 325w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Topps-Logo-168x94.jpg 168w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Topps-Logo.jpg 945w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>Community Champion, sponsored by Reach<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p>Many independent retailers go above and beyond to ensure the community spirit is alive and well.<\/p>\n<p>This award aims to recognise the difference that independent retailers have made to the communities they serve, either as a one off event or on a daily basis.<\/p>\n<p>Sponsored by<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-201\" src=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Reach-Yellow-Transparent-Logo-1-300x80.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"53\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Reach-Yellow-Transparent-Logo-1-300x80.png 300w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Reach-Yellow-Transparent-Logo-1-1080x288.png 1080w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Reach-Yellow-Transparent-Logo-1-768x205.png 768w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Reach-Yellow-Transparent-Logo-1-1024x273.png 1024w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Reach-Yellow-Transparent-Logo-1-1536x409.png 1536w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Reach-Yellow-Transparent-Logo-1-2048x546.png 2048w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Reach-Yellow-Transparent-Logo-1-18x5.png 18w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Reach-Yellow-Transparent-Logo-1-325x87.png 325w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Reach-Yellow-Transparent-Logo-1-168x45.png 168w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>Convenience Store of the Year \u2013 Independent, sponsored by Booker<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p>The Independent Convenience Retailer of the Year accolade recognises and rewards independent convenience retailers who are actively involved in their communities, and looks at how a business works within the community for mutual benefit.<\/p>\n<p>Sponsored by<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-207\" src=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Booker_Logo_Orange_RGB_New-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"181\" height=\"30\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Booker_Logo_Orange_RGB_New-1.png 937w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Booker_Logo_Orange_RGB_New-1-300x50.png 300w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Booker_Logo_Orange_RGB_New-1-768x127.png 768w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Booker_Logo_Orange_RGB_New-1-18x3.png 18w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Booker_Logo_Orange_RGB_New-1-325x54.png 325w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Booker_Logo_Orange_RGB_New-1-168x28.png 168w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 181px) 100vw, 181px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>Convenience Store of the Year (Symbol\/Franchise), sponsored by Allwyn<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p>The Symbol Convenience Retailer of the Year accolade recognises and rewards symbol group operators who has used the advantages of their membership to the full to ensure excellent in-store standards and availability, demonstrating that they fully understand the needs of their customers and will continually develop their businesses to satisfy these demands.<\/p>\n<p>Sponsored by<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-203\" src=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-300x107.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"71\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-300x107.png 300w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-1080x385.png 1080w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-768x274.png 768w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-1024x365.png 1024w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-1536x547.png 1536w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-2048x730.png 2048w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-18x6.png 18w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-325x116.png 325w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-168x60.png 168w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>HND Retailer of the Year, sponsored by The Mail<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p>Day in, day out, hundreds of Fed members ensure that their customers get their favourite newspaper or magazine without having to leave the comfort of their homes. Home news delivery is a real community service, and this award recognises members who demonstrate huge support, loyalty and initiative in this area.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>Licensed Retailer of the Year, sponsored by Diageo<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p>This award recognises a licensed retailer who demonstrates outstanding standards in range, compliance, customer service and store presentation while consistently meeting the needs of their local community.<\/p>\n<p>Sponsored by<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2409\" src=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1508924_Diageo_logo_black-RGB-300x132.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"88\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1508924_Diageo_logo_black-RGB-300x132.png 300w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1508924_Diageo_logo_black-RGB-1024x449.png 1024w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1508924_Diageo_logo_black-RGB-768x337.png 768w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1508924_Diageo_logo_black-RGB-1536x674.png 1536w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1508924_Diageo_logo_black-RGB-18x8.png 18w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1508924_Diageo_logo_black-RGB-325x143.png 325w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1508924_Diageo_logo_black-RGB-168x74.png 168w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1508924_Diageo_logo_black-RGB-1080x474.png 1080w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1508924_Diageo_logo_black-RGB.png 1671w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>Magazine Retailer of the Year, sponsored by NewsPro<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p>The Magazine Retailer of the Year award celebrates a retailer who excels in category management, availability and merchandising, maximising sales while delivering an engaging customer experience.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>Newsagent of the Year, sponsored by The Guardian<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p>Independent retailers are the news industry\u2019s unsung heroes and go to fantastic lengths to get newspapers into readers\u2019 hands seven days a week.<\/p>\n<p>This award aims to recognise dedication and innovation in all aspects of news retailing, including delivery and shop saves.<\/p>\n<p>Sponsored by<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2901\" src=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TheGuardian-300x134.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"89\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TheGuardian-300x134.png 300w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TheGuardian-1024x457.png 1024w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TheGuardian-768x343.png 768w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TheGuardian-1536x686.png 1536w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TheGuardian-18x8.png 18w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TheGuardian-325x145.png 325w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TheGuardian-168x75.png 168w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TheGuardian-1080x482.png 1080w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/TheGuardian.png 1792w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>Parcels Retailer of the Year, sponsored by InPost<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p>This new award acknowledges retailers who provide a fast, friendly and handy parcels business.<br \/>\nWe want to hear how you train staff, and collaborate with parcel providers to optimise technology and manual handling.<\/p>\n<p>Sponsored by<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2797\" src=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/INPOST_NEWSTRADE_POS_RGB-300x89.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"60\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/INPOST_NEWSTRADE_POS_RGB-300x89.png 300w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/INPOST_NEWSTRADE_POS_RGB-1024x305.png 1024w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/INPOST_NEWSTRADE_POS_RGB-768x229.png 768w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/INPOST_NEWSTRADE_POS_RGB-18x5.png 18w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/INPOST_NEWSTRADE_POS_RGB-325x97.png 325w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/INPOST_NEWSTRADE_POS_RGB-168x50.png 168w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/INPOST_NEWSTRADE_POS_RGB-1080x322.png 1080w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/INPOST_NEWSTRADE_POS_RGB.png 1522w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>Responsible Retailer, sponsored by Allwyn<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p>The Fed promotes the highest standards in retailing and being a responsible retailer is a crucial aspect of the day-to-day running of any store.<br \/>\nWithout dedicated and correctly trained staff, the potential for risks \u2013 for the store and for the community \u2013 is immense.<br \/>\nRetailers entering this award are expected to keep up to date with legislation that affects their businesses and to set an example in their approach to selling age restricted products.<\/p>\n<p>Sponsored by<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-203\" src=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-300x107.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"71\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-300x107.png 300w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-1080x385.png 1080w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-768x274.png 768w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-1024x365.png 1024w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-1536x547.png 1536w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-2048x730.png 2048w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-18x6.png 18w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-325x116.png 325w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Allwyn-Logo-168x60.png 168w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>Retail Rising Star, sponsored by Carlsberg Britvic<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p>The Rising Star award celebrates a standout member in the convenience sector who has displayed exceptional promise and made a significant impact in their respective businesses. This award recognises excellence at the early stages of their career in the convenience industry.<\/p>\n<p>Sponsored by<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1034\" src=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/carlsberg-britvic.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"63\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/carlsberg-britvic.png 178w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/carlsberg-britvic-18x6.png 18w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/carlsberg-britvic-168x53.png 168w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>Soft Drinks Retailer of the Year, sponsored by Britvic<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p>The soft drinks category is fast-moving with a high level of product innovation.\u00a0 For this award, we are seeking a retailer who offers an impressive range that is right for the store\u2019s customer base, runs impactful promotions and manages the category effectively.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>Tobacco Retailer of the Year, sponsored by JTI<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MailCompose\">Tobacco is one of the most important categories for independent retailers in terms of revenue, as a footfall driver, repeated business and associated basket spends. Through this new award, we seek to recognise a retailer who demonstrates a thorough understanding of the sector and its trends and who complies fully with ever-changing legislation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Sponsored by<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1950\" src=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/JTI-Logo.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"138\" height=\"98\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/JTI-Logo.png 593w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/JTI-Logo-300x213.png 300w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/JTI-Logo-18x12.png 18w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/JTI-Logo-325x231.png 325w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/JTI-Logo-168x119.png 168w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 138px) 100vw, 138px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>Member&#039;s Employee of the Year<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p>This award honours an exceptional employee who consistently goes above and beyond in their role, demonstrating dedication, professionalism and a positive impact on both customers and colleagues.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div  class=\"vc_do_toggle vc_toggle vc_toggle_default vc_toggle_color_default  vc_toggle_size_md   tf_aus_faq\"><div class=\"vc_toggle_title\"><h4>Sustainable Retailer, sponsored by Smiths News Recycle<\/h4><i class=\"vc_toggle_icon\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"vc_toggle_content\"><p>The Sustainable Retailer of the Year award recognises a retailer who has shown a strong commitment to environmentally responsible practices while successfully running a profitable and forward-thinking business.<\/p>\n<p>Sponsored by<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2251\" src=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Smiths-News-Recycle-Logo_stacked_rgb-300x105.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"70\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Smiths-News-Recycle-Logo_stacked_rgb-300x105.png 300w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Smiths-News-Recycle-Logo_stacked_rgb-1080x378.png 1080w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Smiths-News-Recycle-Logo_stacked_rgb-768x269.png 768w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Smiths-News-Recycle-Logo_stacked_rgb-1024x359.png 1024w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Smiths-News-Recycle-Logo_stacked_rgb-1536x538.png 1536w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Smiths-News-Recycle-Logo_stacked_rgb-2048x717.png 2048w, https:\/\/thefedonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Smiths-News-Recycle-Logo_stacked_rgb-18x6.png 18w, 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