The ACS 2026 Local Shop Report highlights convenience retailer challenges in relation to tax, inflation, investment and sales.

ACS Local Shop Report highlights retailer challenges

The 2026 Local Shop Report from the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) says taxes such as higher employer National Insurance contributions and business rates are holding back investment in the sector.
Russell Davies, Exchange for Change chief executive, says the Retailer Readiness Survey aims to connect Exchange for Change directly with store owners and managers.

Exchange for Change to run regular retailer surveys

DRS organiser for the UK, Exchange for Change, is inviting retailers to take part in a monthly survey to deepen understanding of how they are preparing for the scheme ahead of its launch in October 2027.
The Red Bull Wings Cup and associated promotion features across a range of formats.

Red Bull promo for EA SPORTS FC 27

Energy drinks giant Red Bull has unveiled the Red Bull Wings Cup, a global EA SPORTS FC tournament, supported by an exclusive on-pack promotion, that it says will help retailers tap into the football gaming culture and drive shopper excitement.
Confectionery giant Perfetti Van Melle has expanded its singles range with Mentos Strawberry Mix Roll and Mentos Green Apple Roll ,launching exclusively in Booker depots.

Mentos brings fresh flavours with Booker launches

Convenience retailers have a fresh chance to drive impulse sales through the launch of two new Booker-exclusive Mentos Rolls variants, as confectionery giant Perfetti Van Melle (PVM) strengthens its investment in the confectionery singles category.
KP Snacks popcorn brand Butterkist is running a new on-pack promotion for streaming service Paramount+.

Butterkist pops up with Paramount+ promo

Leading UK popcorn brand Butterkist is expanding its partnership with Paramount+ through a new on-pack promotion running across the portfolio.
Lowland whisky maker Jackton Distillery has officially launched its first single malt expression, RAER Single Malt Whisky, The Inaugural Release.

Jackton Distillery rolls out RAER single malt

Lowland whisky maker Jackton Distillery has officially launched its first single malt expression, RAER Single Malt Whisky, The Inaugural Release.
The consumer contest launched with the Kilmarnock Pie Man mascot visiting some of the town's most recognisable landmarks.

Brownings kicks off nationwide photo competition

Brownings the Bakers are inviting pie lovers across Scotland and the UK to celebrate Kilmarnock Pie Day on Saturday 12 September by taking part in a nationwide photo competition to be in with a chance of winning a year's worth of the savoury treats.
The trio of freeze-dried, chocolate-dipped fruit Forest Feast treats consists of Double Chocolate Crispy Raspberries, Matcha Chocolate Crispy Strawberries and Double Chocolate Crispy Strawberries.

Forest Feast launches chocolate freeze-dried fruit range

Fast-growing, upmarket snacking brand Forest Feast has unveiled a new freeze-dried snacking range to tap into the growing consumer demand for texture-led products.
The Scottish Grocers' Federation chief executive, Pete Cheema, has discussed the problem of the illicit trade with the Scottish Government Minister for Victims and Community Safety, Kirsten Oswald.

SGF calls for illicit trade crackdown

The Scottish Grocers’ Federation (SGF) is calling for a multi-party initiative to tackle the growing problem of illicit products on the Scottish market.
Lauren Rafferty, commercial Ddvelopment co-ordinator, and Steve Addison, local sourcing manager, at the retail chain launch the Scotmid Scottish Favourites 2026 competition.

Scotmid Scottish Favourites competition is back for 2026

Convenience retail chain Scotmid Co-op has launched its Scottish Favourites 2026 competition to enable Scottish food and drink producers to secure store listings and connect with shoppers.
UKVIA director general John Dunne is calling on the public to back its Fair Deal for Vaping plan and Enough is Enough campaign.

UKVIA launches Enough is Enough campaign

The UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) is calling on millions of adult vapers, former smokers and their families to back a new Fair Deal for Vaping as part of a new Enough is Enough campaign
Outgoing president Tom Slaven hands over the chain of office to new president Jon Mack.

New president for Scottish Wholesale Association

The new president of the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA), Jon Mack, has paid tribute to predecessor Tom Slaven for his leadership over the past two years and laid out his aspirations for the trade body.
Heather Hills Farm managing director Mark Noonan and Scotland Food & Drink chief executive Iain Baxter marked the launch of Scottish Food & Drink September.

Shoppers ‘want to buy Scottish food and drink’

A massive 84% Scots want to buy more Scottish food and drink products, according to data from The Knowledge Bank, released to mark the start of Scottish Food & Drink September.
The trade show hosted by UWS included a Scottish-themed dinner and Day-Today Awards ceremony.

UWS hosts record-breaking trade show

Day-Today and usave symbol groups operator United Wholesale Scotland (UWS) has hailed its record-breaking recent trade show as a huge success.
Scottish Grocers' Federation chief exec Pete Cheema and Minister for Business Tom Arthur. Ministerial photo: flickr.com/Scottish Government.

Food price cap plan slammed

Retail and food and drink industry leaders have blasted the Scottish Government’s food price cap plans and slated the consultation over the proposals.
Trusted sweet shop stalwart Flyers is marking its 80th birthday with a £9.99 75g Gift Pack featuring its distinct 'The Magic's In The Middle' liquorice offerings.

Flyers launches liquorice gift pack

Trusted sweet shop stalwart Flyers is marking its 80th birthday with a £9.99 75g Gift Pack featuring its distinct 'The Magic's In The Middle' liquorice offerings.
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