DRS will bring opportunities, retailers told
Scottish convenience retailers have been urged to grasp the opportunities presented by the forthcoming deposit return scheme (DRS), although concerns have been voiced about the return handling fees.
Spar Condorrat spreads its LifeVac mission across Lanarkshire
Spar Clyne Condorrat has worked alongside LifeVac to deliver its life-saving devices and training to three different schools across the Cumbernauld area.
Call to crack down on illicit traders
The Scottish Grocers’ Federation has urged First Minister John Swinney to follow Westminster plans to close down illicit stores for up to a year and it wants a special taskforce to tackle the problem.
McGhee’s rises to the top in Worldpanel research
Bakery firm McGhee's has risen into the top position in Worldpanel by Numerator's Scottish Brand Footprint in Scotland research.
Abuse causes 90% of Scottish workers stress and anxiety
Body-worn camera tech firm HALOS has revealed the the worrying impact that customer abuse is having on UK frontline workers.
Shop theft and violence rates increase in Scotland
Police Scotland has announced an increase in the rate of retail crime across 2025-26 as part of its latest Recorded Crime in Scotland report.
Rates relief to be lifted from vape shops
The Scottish Government has announced its plans to lift the business rates relief discounts on vape stores across Scotland from April 2027.
Convenience retail chiefs voice employment fears
Retail industry chiefs have voiced concerns about changes that are part of the Employment Rights Act and the youth unemployment crisis.
Bestway launches World Cup activity for Costcutter and Best-one
Bestway has unveiled its new support package for Costcutter and Best-one retailers to help them make the most out of the Fifa World Cup tournament.
Plea for help on HFSS regulations
Convenience retailers have voiced their concerns about Scotland’s HFSS regulations, which will come into force on 1 October.
Henderson Technology reaches installation milestone
In-store tech firm Henderson Technology has marked a new milestone across the UK with the installation of its 1,000th digital media screen.
Scottish Wholesale Achievers Awards open for entries
Entries for the 2027 Scottish Wholesale Achievers Awards are now open – with two new categories up for grabs for the 2027 ceremony.
Scotmid moves into former Burghead church building
Retail chain Scotmid has unveiled its new and expanded Newburgh store having taken over a former parish church building in the community.
CJ Lang & Son life president dies
Joan Scott-Adie, granddaughter to the founder of CJ Lang & Son, has sadly died following a long illness.
Graham’s Dairy lands new listings in Asda stores
Local dairy firm Graham's The Family Dairy has announced a major expansion for its products across Scottish Asda supermarket stores.
Industry experts welcome DRS grant support
DRS organiser Exchange for Change has announced new exemption rules for smaller retailers as well as a new grant scheme to support these stores.
