Retailer trials new stores format

UPMARKET food chain Waitrose is to trial its convenience stores format in petrol stations run by Shell in a bid to broaden its customer reach.

The initial trial will be at two petrol stations, in Watford in Hertfordshire, and Bayswater in London.

If they prove to be a success, Waitrose plans to site Little Waitroses in 100 Shell locations around the UK.