Facewatch highlights repeat offender problem
Prolific repeat offenders entered UK shops almost 300,000 times in the first six months of 2026, according to worrying statistics from retail crime-busting tech firm Facewatch.
Morrisons unveils growth plans
Bosses at Morrisons have revealed new retailer incentives that they hope will enable the rapid expansion of its 700 franchise-operated Morrisons Daily convenience stores across the UK.
UK vapes industry warns of taxing times
UK vapes industry leaders will gather next week to debate the impact of the new tax on products and to discuss how new vaping rules can protect consumers and responsible retailers.
Tomatin expands listings across Booker locations
Highland distillery Tomatin has expanded its listings across Booker locations for its Double Cask expression as its 10 Year Old moves further south.
Spar Scotland launches new Healthy Living Programme stands
Symbol group Spar Scotland has expanded on its partnership with the Healthy Living Programme with the roll-out of new dual-branded displays and POS materials.
Co-op Wholesale hits £20million milestone on charity donations
Co-op Wholesale has hit a landmark £20million in donations towards local community group via its Making a Difference Locally charity initiative.
Scotland Food & Drink strengthens Net Zero team
Industry firm Scotland Food & Drink has strengthened its commitment to hit net zero by 2045 with the appointment of a new programme manager for the initiative.
Spar Kincorth played host to Original 106 broadcast
Aberdeenshire store Spar Kincorth recently played host to north eastern radio station Original 106 with its Breakfast Show taking place inside the store.
Green’s On The Go marks opening with £2k donation
The newly launched Green's On The Go Hospital Hill store has marked its opening with two £1,000 donations to local groups.
Fife Creamery acquired by Kitwave Wholesale Group
Leading retail and foodservice wholesaler Fife Creamery has been acquired by Kitwave Wholesale Group as the UK firm sets out ambitious growth plans.
The Retail Crime Taskforce sets out its next steps
Police Inspector Emma Wright sat down with the Scottish Grocer to discuss the future of the Retail Crime Taskforce and what its next steps are.
Facewatch to launch real-time police alert capability
Anti-crime technology firm Facewatch has announced plans to implement a new tool that will notify police when an offender enters the store.
Snappy Shopper secures its place in Sunday Times Fast 50
Home delivery service Snappy Shopper has surpassed 20million orders on its app as it is listed in the Sunday Times Scotland Fast 50.
Karan Retail introduces first Jet locations
Forecourt operator Karan Retail has strengthened its partnership with Jet following the opening of three new locations, one of which is in Stirling.
bp deepens relationship with Felix
Global energy firm bp has extended its partnership with food redistribution charity Felix with a further investment in the charity.
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.


























































































