CSNA Addresses Members Concerns Regarding Verbal Abuse
We have received numerous calls from our members expressing concern that their staff are facing verbal abuse from the public due to recent price hikes in petrol and diesel. In response, we want to remind members of the two informative posters that illustrate the breakdown earned from these sales. We want to help the public understand […]
The Second First Impression
Candidates are judging a business just as much after accepting the job as they were during the interview. A poor first day can do plenty of damage. Nikki Murran from CSNA Deals Partner Excel Recruitment discusses the importance of making a good impression to convince your new employee to stay. We talk a lot about […]
Food Safety & You – Train The Trainer Course
CSNA are delighted to be teaming up with FSAI to bring this training opportunity to our members. The Food Safety & You Train-the-Trainer programme is designed for individuals who wish to deliver the Food Safety & You Level 1 food safety and hygiene training programme within their organisation. The course equips participants with the knowledge, skills […]
Price Changes – Be Vigilant
We have been made aware of a number of price increases across all sections of the retail store. We would like to remind members of the importance of taking time to work through your most recent invoices yourself to ensure that you are not under priced on the products on your shelf. We have noted […]
Irish Daily Mail And The Irish Mail On Sunday Cover Price Increases
Please note the recommended retail price of the Irish Daily Mail and The Irish Mail on Sunday will be increasing from Monday 28th September 2026. Details of the retail prices and new barcodes are in the table below; please update your records to reflect the changes. Effective Date New Barcode Increase Recommended Retail Price […]
AI Essentials for Retailers (Level 1) Free Webinar
Join us on Thursday, September 24th 2026 from 10am – 12pm Register Now – Free This 2-hour session been developed specifically for the retail sector and is designed to help supervisors, managers and owner-operators understand how AI can be applied in a practical, responsible, and meaningful way. Artificial Intelligence is rapidly becoming a practical tool […]
Local Authorities ‘Powerless’ To Regulate Number Of Vape Shops In Town Centres
Concerns were raised about the increase of vape shops and the loss of commercial diversity in town centres. Local authorities are ultimately powerless when it comes to regulating the number of vape shops that are opening in towns across Ireland, a meeting of Ballina Municipal District has heard. Action at Government level is needed to […]
No Inflationary Impact From Recent Minimum Wage Rises, ESRI Report Finds
Research finds 2024 increase did lift prices in specific categories Most of the minimum wage increases adopted since 2016 have had no impact on inflation, a new study has found. The research by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) did, however, detect an impact on prices from the 2024 change. The minimum wage rose by 12.4 […]
Tobacco & Vaping Licensing
We are aware that there are still some retailers that have not, for a variety of reasons, been able to obtain their licenses. If we can assist any members in this matter, please contact us as the EHS (Environmental Health Service) will not permit the sale of products in premises that do not have a […]
Advance Notice – Irish Daily Mail and Irish Mail on Sunday Price Increases
Please note the recommended retail price of the Irish Daily Mail and The Irish Mail on Sunday will be increasing from Monday 28th September 2026. Details of the retail prices and new barcodes are in the table below; please update your records to reflect the changes. Effective Date New Barcode Increase Recommended Retail Price […]
