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Smithfield and Billingsgate Move to the Royal Docks: What to PlanSmithfield and Billingsgate are due to move to the Royal Docks. What is decided, what is not, and what London meat and fish buyers should plan now.31 October 2026
London Congestion Charge for Delivery Vans in 2026: Cost per DropThe London Congestion Charge is £18 a day in 2026. What it costs a wholesale delivery van per drop, the electric van discount, ULEZ, and how to plan drops.31 October 2026
UK Food Wholesalers: Take Restaurant Orders Online, Your WayHow a UK food or drink wholesaler can let restaurants, pubs and cafés order online under its own name and prices, with VAT per product, without a marketplace.15 October 2026
Running a Weekly Special for Your Wholesale CustomersHow to run a weekly special a food wholesaler can afford: which products, how much off each, how long, and how to tell every customer in one email.15 October 2026
Delivery Windows: Planning a Van That Goes Out More Than OnceHow to offer delivery windows like 6 to 9 and 12 to 3, load the whole day the night before, and let the driver see what has to go first.15 October 2026
One Tablet for the Whole Warehouse: Setting Up Your TeamHow to set up a shared tablet or phone for the packers and drivers: one login for the company, a four-digit code for each person, and no prices on the floor.15 October 2026

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