Scotmid reports uplift for profits in half-year results
Scottish retail chain Scotmid Co-op has reported a strong trading performance for its half-year results, representing an improved year-on-year performance.
Simon Howie 5k Puddin’ Race returns for 2027
Perthshire butchery brand Simon Howie has announced the return of its annual Puddin' Race 5k event to help raise funds for a local charity.
Co-op opens its doors in Bridge of Allan
Retail chain Co-op has opened its doors once again in Bridge of Allan with its from-the-ground-up refurbishment of the local store.
Diesel prices hit £2 per litre for the first time
Average diesel prices have risen above £2 per litre for the first time, according to a new report from the RAC, due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Co-op Retail appoints new managing director
Alex Dower has been appointed as the new managing director of Co-op Retail, bringing with him over 20 years of experience to the role.
HFSS regulations riddle for retailers
Convenience channel leaders are warning the new Scottish HFSS restrictions that come into force from today (1 October) add further complexity and potential confusion for retailers.
Scotmid marks landmark fundraising for Alzheimer charities
Scotmid has helped to raise a whopping £474,474 for Alzheimer Scotland over the last 12 months through various initiatives across its stores.
Scottish Grocer Awards shortlist revealed
The Scottish Grocer Awards 2026 shortlist has been revealed as judges announce which stores rank among the very best for 2026.
Fears voiced over new vaping tax
Industry leaders fear the new Vaping Products Duty (VPD) could unintentionally drive the illicit trade and push consumers back to smoking.
Taylor Wimpey donates defibrillator to Scotmid
Scotmid Ratho Station has installed a new external defibrillator machine following a local resident's initiative to bring one the local village.
Exchange for Change opens return point registration
The first phase of registration for DRS has opened up for UK businesses, just over a year ahead of the UK's go-live date in October 2027.
UK vapers ‘blindsided’ by new duty charges
The UKVIA has found that half of UK vapers have no knowledge about the incoming Vaping Products Duty which comes into effect on 1 October.
Spar Scotland celebrates Collaboration at Tradeshow
Symbol group Spar Scotland invited delegates from across the UK convenience sector to Aviemore for its Tradeshow event once again.
Unitas CEO steps down
Chief executive of Unitas Wholesale John Kinney has announced he will step down from the role as David Cooke is set to step into position.
Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards winners revealed
The very best of Scotland's food and drink larder was celebrated once again as the Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards returned for 2026.
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.
