FRANCE: Delicatessens struggle to survive in face of multiples
The results of a government survey revealed yesterday [Wednesday] have suggested that small, independent delicatessens face a struggle for survival in the face of increasing competition from supermarket groups. The number of specialist food shops across France has decreased by up to 80% in the last 30 years, said the French government's statistics agency, as consumers shunned personal service and homemade delicacies in favour of increased convenience and cheaper prices at multiples.
The results of a government survey revealed yesterday [Wednesday] have suggested that small, independent delicatessens face a struggle for survival in the face of increasing competition from supermarket groups.
The number of specialist food shops across France has decreased by up to 80% in the last 30 years, said the French government’s statistics agency, as consumers shunned personal service and homemade delicacies in favour of increased convenience and cheaper prices at multiples.
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