Scottish Wholesale Association puts sector resilience centre stage
With one month to go, the SWA has announced further details about its upcoming Connex annual conference set to take place in Glasgow in May.
Glasgow’s first Go Local store opens its doors
Go Local, the symbol group operated by Parfetts, has opened its first store in the Glasgow area with experienced retailer Nathalie Fullerton.
Scotmid Co-op ‘investing for the long-term’
Scotmid Co-op chief executive Karen Scott has revealed details of future investments in the society's convenience store estate after the latest annual results were announced.
Kellogg’s Football Camps return with free places up for grabs
Kellogg's Football Camps have returned for the third year running as the cereal brand has partnered up with Celtic FC and Rangers FC for Scotland.
RaceTrack Pitstop marks 15th anniversary
The Sud family has celebrated their 15th anniversary of running the RaceTrack Pitstop range of stores in the Greater Glasgow area.
Global Brands acquires Skinny Brands low-calorie beer
Drinks giant Global Brands has acquired the Skinny Brands off-trade range as the firm continues to reaffirm its commitment to invest in varied off-trade options.
Certas Energy unveils new Evolo EV charging offer
Certas Energy has introduced its new electric vehicle charing offer with the roll out of its Evolo Rapid Charge units to tap into rising demand from motorists.
20p deposit value is confirmed for DRS
Exchange for Change has confirmed the deposit amount across in-scope containers for the DRS will be 20p when it goes live in October 2027.
Brownings rolls out to Co-op stores
Kilmarnock bakery firm Brownings the Bakers has announced a new deal with Co-op that will see its goods roll out to stores across North Ayrshire.
Fuel value losses increase across forecourts
Forecourt Eye has reported an increase in the value of fuel lost from no means of payment incidents, highlighting a rise in financial insecurity from motorists.
Tobacco & Vapes Bill passes through Parliament
The Tobacco and Vapes Bill has made its way through Parliament is now awaiting to receive Royal Assent meaning the generational tobacco ban will go ahead.
Inflation climbs in wake of Iran conflict
The impact to UK consumers from the US-Israeli war in Iran has started to hit in the latest ONS data as experts believe the worst is still yet to come.
Andy Murray makes a visit to Walker’s Shortbread factory
Former tennis ace Andy Murray has paid a surprise visit to the Walker's Shortbread factory in Aberlour, learning more about the brand and meeting employees.
Yester Farm Dairies rolls out in Scotmid stores
Dairy products firm Yester Farm Dairies has had two of its cheese products hit shelves across Scotmid stores following its Scottish Favourites win.
Rallying support for GroceryAid Day 2026
Industry charity GroceryAid has urged businesses to get involved with its upcoming fundraising GroceryAid Day on 30 April this year.
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.
