In this month’s AVA Newsletter, we launched our 2025 Member Survey, provided an update on our recent 2026 Board Planning Day, introduced the latest members of the AVA team, started the countdown to the Christmas Luncheon, confirmed our Christmas opening hours, and remember former AVA Chair and Director, Dan Blake, who recently passed away.

The AVA is deeply concerned about the government’s proposal to ban energy drink sales from all vending machines, regardless of the buyer’s age. This is part of their plan to restrict sales to under-16s — but the proposal goes much further than that. the government’s consultation shows a clear preference for a blanket ban, simply for ease of enforcement —...

The AVA is still hiring; Follow up to a successful Technical & Operations Webinar; You’ve missed Christmas; Looking forward to VENDEX

The AVA is Hiring; Make sure you contest contested transactions; Get booked for the AVA Technical & Operations Webinar (and Christmas Luncheon). Plus next stop – VENDEX North!

The AVA is seeking a Communications & Events Manager. The role is a full-time, fantastic opportunity to get involved in a UK-wide company, with key responsibilities including managing the AVA’s PR, Newsletters and Events. If this sounds like an opportunity that you think you are suited for, or indeed know someone that will be interested, please get in touch. Full...

Information and template letter for members to send to local MPs following the launch of the consultation to ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to children.