ACS

Trade association representing the UK's 50,000+ local shops.

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

We are pleased to highlight a number of Highly Commended entries for our 2026 Innovation & NPD Showcase, taking place on 25th November at the London Stadium.

For more information and to book your place, visit https://t.co/bcPB258Uc8

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

What’s driving the future of forecourt retail? ⛽

Yesterday’s Cambridge tour showcased fresh ideas, standout stores and new opportunities, alongside the launch of our 2026 Forecourt Report.

📊Discover the findings: https://t.co/RkhfbWX5v7

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

We are delighted to announce that @notevalidators have been shortlisted for our 2026 Innovation and NPD Showcase!

More info here https://t.co/bcPB258mmA

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

Forecourt investment and basket spend falling due to higher pump prices and cost of trading pressures.

Read more in the 2026 Forecourt Report here: https://t.co/PTBIQ9zFPJ

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

We are delighted to announce that GLORY have been shortlisted for our 2026 Innovation & NPD Showcase.

For more information, visit https://t.co/bcPB258Uc8

Don't miss out - book now!

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

We are delighted to announce that @TonysChocoUK_IE have been shortlisted for our 2026 Innovation and NPD Showcase, taking place on 25th November at the London Stadium.

For more information and to book your place, visit https://t.co/bcPB258mmA

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

We are delighted to announce @Zelusdrinks as one of the shortlisted companies for our 2026 Innovation & NPD Showcase, taking place on 25th November at the London Stadium.

For more information and to book your place, visit https://t.co/bcPB258mmA

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

We are delighted to announce that The Fini Company UK have been shortlisted for our 2026 Innovation & NPD Showcase.

For more information and to book your place, visit https://t.co/bcPB258Uc8

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

We are delighted to announce that @PernodRicardUK have been shortlisted for our 2026 Innovation & NPD Showcase, taking place on 25th November at the London Stadium.

For more information and to book your place, visit https://t.co/bcPB258mmA

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

ACS has welcomed four new senior appointments to its board of directors from leading businesses in the convenience sector.

More here: https://t.co/08yUAAVTal

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

We are delighted to announce the shortlist for our 2026 Innovation & NPD Showcase, taking place on 25th November at the London Stadium.

More info here https://t.co/rOtFHqHT3y

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

An important meeting today with the Metropolitan Police, discussing the importance of police response to reporting of shop theft.

Dealing with theft and abuse remains a daily reality for thousands of businesses in the capital.

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

Great to host @JoshReynoldsSL6 MP at @roliranger store in Ascot. Store visits are an important opportunity for MPs to hear directly from retailers about the realities of running &investing in local shops, including challenges they face from rising employment costs &business rates

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

A packed room, a lively discussion, and one clear message: more needs to be done to #StopRogueTraders

Thank you to Ed Woodall, @melanie_onn MP, @DuncanStephens9, Debbie Robinson, and Kate Green for dedicating their time and expertise this afternoon at @UKLabour party conference

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

Heading to the @UKLabour Party conference today? Find us downstairs in the Liverpool Experience Campus, Arena Room Sherwood.

Hear from our brilliant panel on how to tackle dodgy shops and illicit trade on our high street at 3PM.

@melanie_onn @DuncanStephens9

#Lab26 #Labconf

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

Great to welcome Joe Powell MP to Simply Oriental in Queensway! 🏪

It was a fantastic opportunity to bring the challenges facing local shops directly to government.

🎥 Hear more from Joe about the visit in the video below 👇

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

Great to welcome @AlexJJNorris MP to Premier Convenience Store Cinderhill this week. 🏪

It was a valuable opportunity to discuss the challenges facing local shops and the important role convenience stores play at the heart of communities.

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

We've been working with the BBC over the summer on their 'shoplifting takeover' today, supporting with retailer case studies and data on the scale of the impact.

Check out the BBC live blog running all day here: https://t.co/rXuuWWcotX

[ACS @ACS_LocalShops]

ACS has long called for stronger action against rogue traders, and targeting the criminal networks behind them will help create a safer, fairer environment for responsible businesses. 👮‍♂️💷🚫

Read more here: https://t.co/90teUKauqn

[Clive Jones MP @CliveJonesMP]

It was great to attend the Association of Convenience Stores’ Heart of the Community Reception in Parliament this week.

The event provided a valuable opportunity to speak to store owners about the challenges and opportunities they are facing.