Scotmid Co-op colleague Yla Haren with one of the new robotic cleaners being rolled out across 14 stores.

Scotmid rolls out the robots

Robotic cleaners are rolling into 14 Scotmid Co-op stores after a successful trial showed how the technology could support cleaning teams on the shop floor.
Pack shots of Rustlers The Protein Packs Chicken Muffin, The Double Smash Burger and Nacho Melt Crunch Dog.

Rustlers rolls out trio of NPD

Chilled foods brand Rustlers has launched a trio of NPD aiming to resonate with younger audiences through street food and protein.
Promotional image of the collaboration between Walkers Snacks and Marvel featuring characters from the movie Avengers Doomsday across packs of Walkers.

Walkers Snacks joins forces with Marvel for Avengers Doomsday

Walkers Snacks has teamed up with Marvel with the roll out of its new on-pack promotion featuring characters from Avengers: Doomsday.
A collage of images showing the exterior of Day-Today Anniesland Road, the fresh fruit and veg section of Girish's Costcutter, a soft drinks cave and a Jet forecourt location.

Demand for stores outstrips supply

Business property adviser Christie & Co has highlighted the strong demand for convenience stores and forecourts from buyers in 2026.
Pack shots of Red Bull Winter Edition Pistachio & Berries.

Red Bull unveils pistachio flavoured Winter Edition

Energy drinks brand Red Bull has brought a nutty new addition to the shelves with its new Winter Edition Pistachio & Berries variant.
Exterior image of Balfron Filling Station forecourt.

Rising fuel costs push inflation back up

Rising fuel prices across the UK caused overall inflation to climb back upwards by the end of August, says the Office for National Statistics.
Pack shots of St Pierre 6 Chocolate & Hazelnut Filled Croissaints.

St Pierre secures listing for Chocolate & Hazelnut Croissants

Continental bakery brand St Pierre has expanded on its range of sweet pastries with its new Chocolate & Hazelnut Filled Croissants packs.
Pack shots of Florette Caesar Dressing, Balsamic Dressing and Garlic & Chive Dressing.

Florette launches a new trio of Salad Dressings

Salad bag brand Florette has expanded on its range with the introduction of a new Salad Dressings trio to help spruce up consumers' mealtimes.
Glass cabinet of vaping products lined up against a store wall.

Imperial Brands calls on retailers to make their voices heard

Imperial Brands has called on UK retailers to have their voices heard over the new Tobacco & Vapes Act consultation before it closes on 2 October.
Pack shots of Kettle Chips Beef Bourguignon & Winter Herbs crisps.

Kettle Chips elevates the festivities with Christmas flavour

Premium snacks brand Kettle Chips has unveiled its new festive flavour with the new Beef Bourguignon & Winter Herbs variant.
Pack shots of Reese's Assorted Snack Size Pumpkins, Ghosts & Bats Shapes, Peanut Butter Skeletons and Peanut Butter Pumpkins Cups King Size two-pack.

Reese’s rolls out a range of seasonal treats for Halloween

American confectionery brand Reese's has unveiled a range of frightfully tasty treats in time for the Halloween season this year.
Pack shot of Kerrygold Cream Cheese Garlic & Herb.

Kerrygold expands Cream Cheese offer with Garlic & Herb

Dairy products brand Kerrygold has expanded on its Cream Cheese range with the introduction of a new Garlic & Herb variant to its line-up.
Promotional image for the collaboration between Schweppes and Netflix's The Gentlemen featuring a hand reaching for a cocktail serve with a can of Schewppes Indian Tonic Water next to it. The advert invites consumers to "Try The Gentlemen's Cocktail" on the right-hand side of the image.

Schweppes kicks off festive sales with Netflix’s The Gentlemen

Drinks firm Coca-Cola Europacific Partners has rolled out a new collaboration between its Schweppes brand and Netflix's TV drama The Gentlemen.
A bottle of Glen Scotia Icons of Campbeltown No.4 stands on a barrel on a dock with the outer case next to it and a nosing glass on its other side with the whisky inside.

Glen Scotia unveils latest Campbeltown series whisky

Award winning distillery Glen Scotia has unveiled its penultimate dram in the Icons of Campbeltown series with the No.4 release inspired by the town's Griffin.
The advert for the VK Freshers marketing campaign can be seen on a digital billboard in the middle of the city centre. The image has a bottle of VK blue with the tagline 'Out?'.

VK unveils Freshers campaign in Glasgow

RTD brand VK has kicked off a new multi-media marketing campaign with a focus on the student demographic to tap into Freshers Week.
Nathan Evans & The Saint Phnx Band went down a storm with the crowd at this year's Checkout Scotland, held to raise awareness and funds for the GroceryAid charity.

Checkout Scotland 2026 ‘a huge hit’

The organisers of Checkout Scotland have hailed this year’s event a huge success for raising awareness for the GroceryAid charity.