Walkers and Bestway prize helps retailer improve store safety

By Tony Corbin in Industry News 8th December 2022

Following a recent competition in partnership with Bestway Wholesale to support retailers during a challenging economic climate, Walkers has announced the winner of the £4,000 prize. Abdul Shakoor, of Clifton Convenience store in Bristol, is the lucky recipient and has been putting his winnings towards the revamping of his store and its safety.

Mike Chapman, head of wholesale at PepsiCo, said: “Convenience retailers are at the heart of their communities, and PepsiCo is proud to be able to recognise and strengthen the impact they have on their local area.”

Shakoor commented: “I am delighted to have won the competition during a challenging time for the industry, and I thank Walkers and Bestway for continuing to support retailers. So far, I have updated the CCTV system within the shop to a suite of four WiFi-enabled cameras, to keep my store and my customers safe.

“As well as improving store safety, I have also invested in a new dairy fridge for milk, butter, and cream. With the Post Office strikes likely to affect many consumers this Christmas, I have brought stamps and other postal stock to ensure my customers can make Christmas special for their loved ones.”

Chapman added: “We are thrilled to have supported Mr Shakoor to bolster the safety of his store, as well as add new products and equipment to key fixtures. Congratulations Mr Shakoor!”