The site http://hancockstrading.co.uk has three sections: ‘New In’, ‘Short Dated’ and ‘Shop by Category’, comprising chocolate, sweets, mints & chewing gum, and snacks & crisps. There is a limited selection but products are available from the top manufacturers, including Nestlé, Mondelez and Mars.

As of 30 May, the ‘Short Dated’ section was offering lines with best before dates ranging from April to July 2020.

Products are sold by the case. There is a delivery charge of £9.99 for orders under £500; over that amount, delivery is free. International delivery is also offered, with the charge calculated at checkout. Collection is available from Hancocks’ Dunstable branch but only for exporters.