Head shot of Louisa Coursey, programme manager of Scotland Food & Drink's Net Zero Commitment team.

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.
A group of people stand in Spar Kincorth for a live broadcast of Original 106 Breakfast Show.

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.
A group of children from Dunfermline High School stand outside Green's On The Go Hospital Hill holding signs and a cheque for £1,000.

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.
The Fife Creamery logo is set against a black background.

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.
Police Inspector Emma Wright stands at a podium at the Scottish Grocers' Federation's Annual Crime Conference.

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.
A person stealing an item from a store shelf and placing it inside their bag.

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 infographic highlighting that it has reached 20million orders since its launch.

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.
Exterior image of a Jet forecourt location.

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.
Two people in high-vis jackets stand talking whilst moving crates of surplus food. The jacket facing the camera features the Felix logo.

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.
Promotional image for the new campaign around the *shopt app update for summer 2026.

*shopt kicks off new retailer giveaway campaign

Cash rewards app *shopt has unveiled a new update across its app along with a new prize giveaway to celebrate its 8th anniversary.
Interior image of the Premier Dunbar beer cave.

ScotGov backs It’ll Cost You campaign

The Scottish Government has praised the return of the 'It'll Cost You!' campaign and its help in cutting down proxy purchases across Scotland.
The chance to drive footfall and sales through DRS was explained at the Scottish Grocers' Federation Mini Summit.

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.
A group of people stand together in a classroom setting with LifeVac devices as well as a practice dummy on the floor.

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.
The Scottish Grocers' Federation Mini Summit panel discussed the problems caused by illegal traders.

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.
Aisling McGhee, commercial director at McGhee's, sits at a boardroom table with McGhee's products across the table.

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.