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

Facewatch highlights repeat offender problem

Prolific repeat offenders entered UK shops almost 300,000 times in the first six months of 2026, according to worrying statistics from retail crime-busting tech firm Facewatch.
Bosses at Morrisons have revealed new retailer incentives that they hope will enable the rapid expansion of its 700 franchise-operated Morrisons Daily convenience stores across the UK.

Morrisons unveils growth plans

Bosses at Morrisons have revealed new retailer incentives that they hope will enable the rapid expansion of its 700 franchise-operated Morrisons Daily convenience stores across the UK.
John Dunne, UKVIA director general, says the forum will explore major changes that will have a critical impact on the vapes industry and retailers.

UK vapes industry warns of taxing times

UK vapes industry leaders will gather next week to debate the impact of the new tax on products and to discuss how new vaping rules can protect consumers and responsible retailers.
Bottles of Tomatin 10 Year Old whisky and Tomatin Double Cask whisky stand in front of a wooden barrel with the Tomatin logo on it.

Tomatin expands listings across Booker locations

Highland distillery Tomatin has expanded its listings across Booker locations for its Double Cask expression as its 10 Year Old moves further south.
The special-edition Sour Patch Kids Monster Heads seasonal Halloween innovation features “Big Kids” jelly pieces in spooky monster-head shapes.

Mondelēz International unveils Halloween line-up

Snacks and confectionery giant Mondelēz International has revealed details of its Halloween 2026 goodies – including a limited-edition Sour Patch Kids Monster Heads NPD.
The new Juice Burst Quench range aims to satisfy the growing demand for enjoyable hydration drinks that deliver both refreshment and flavour.

Juice Burst gets brand revamp

The Juice Burst Drinks Co. – formerly Purity Soft Drinks – has launched a £1million campaign as part of a refresh of its Juice Burst brand and launched a new Juice Burst Quench range to drive growth in chilled juice and attract a new generation of shoppers.
Chupa Chups believes its new one-metre Sour Belt will help drive impulse sales in the important singles fixture.

Chupa Chups rolls out one-metre Sour Belt

Popular confectionery brand Chupa Chups reckons it's putting in the hard yards for convenience retailers with the launch of its one-metre Sour Belt, which it believes will drive impulse sales.
The new SNÜ Fizzy Energy nicotine pouch is available in four strengths and is said to combine a bold tropical taste with energy drink fizz.

SNÜ launches Fizzy Energy nicotine pouch

Nicotine pouch brand SNÜ is launching a Fizzy Energy flavour across convenience, wholesale and independent retailers and claims its latest NPD will help store owners to capitalise on category growth.
An image of the Spar Scotland Healthy Living Programme dual-branded standing unit with shelves of fruit and veg behind the stands.

Spar Scotland launches new Healthy Living Programme stands

Symbol group Spar Scotland has expanded on its partnership with the Healthy Living Programme with the roll-out of new dual-branded displays and POS materials.
Image for the 'Altos Always Works' marketing campaign with a person holding a Margarita cocktail with a bottle of Altos Tequila standing next to the tagline.

Altos Tequila unveils first global brand campaign

Spirits firm Pernod Ricard has rolled out a new global campaign for its Altos Tequila brand to cement it as a go-to option for cocktail serves at home.
A group of people stand outside a Nisa store with a Making a Difference Locally banner around them.

Co-op Wholesale hits £20million milestone on charity donations

Co-op Wholesale has hit a landmark £20million in donations towards local community group via its Making a Difference Locally charity initiative.
Pack shots of Old El Paso Crunch Taco Kit Smoky BBQ.

Old El Paso unveils new Taco kit

Meal kits brand Old El Paso has revamped its Taco Kits range with a trio of new launches a refresh across the entire selection.
Pack shots of Fanta two litre PMP bottles priced at £1.89 each.

CCEP invests into Fanta 2L PMP range to push down prices

Drinks firm CCEP has announced a new investment into the Fanta range to deliver a reduced price across its 2L PMP format for a limited time.
A selection of Walker's Shortbread products included in the Walker's Perfect Serve Hamper.

Walker’s serves up new tennis themed hamper for Wimbledon

Heritage shortbread brand Walker's Shortbread has unveiled its new Perfect Serve Tennis Hamper to tie in with the Wimbledon tennis season.
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.