UK grocers see slow start to 2020 as shoppers shun alcohol and meat
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LONDON (Reuters) - Britain's grocery industry endured a subdued start to the year as consumers cut down on alcohol and meat, buying-in to "Dry January" and "Veganuary" campaigns, industry data showed on Tuesday.Market researcher Kantar said total UK grocery sales rose just 0.3% in the 12 weeks to Jan. 26, with all of the traditional big four supermarket groups seeing year-on-year sales declines."Many people start the year with good intentions and pledges to make healthier choices following the..