New legal protection from assault for retail staff
Scottish retailers will have additional legal protection from assault and abuse, following a landmark vote at the Scottish Parliament.
Chupa Chups brings a Sour Bite in new sweets
Chupa Chups has expanded on its introduction to the jellies category within confectionery with the launch of its new Sour Bites and Tubes variants.
All aboard for new Mackie’s competition
One lucky winner is set to win a trip on the Caledonian Sleeper train service as well as a year's supply of ice cream in a new competition from Mackie's.
CCEP goes back to the start
CCEP has built up its range of Monster Energy drinks with new zero sugar launches aiming to build up popularity for sugar free energy drinks.
Estrella Galicia builds major Spanish branding investment
Spanish beer brand Estrella Galicia has kicked off a massive marketing investment with its new 'Spanish not Span-ish' campaign.
Belhaven Best beer makes its bottle debut
Dunbar brewery Belhaven has launched its core Belhaven Best session ale in a bottle format, a first for the beer since its launch in 1991.
Robinsons rolls out new bewitching Wicked flavours
Squash juice brand Robinsons has kicked off a new partnership with the movie musical Wicked with two new limited edition flavours inspired by the film.
Leverhulme Trade Charities Trust opens up applications for 2025/26 university undergraduate grants
The Leverhulme Trade Charities Trust has announced that applications for 2025/26 undergraduate bursaries have now opened for families in the convenience sector.
Walker’s Shortbread sales exceed £200m for the first time
Walkers sales exceed £200m for the first time
Hancocks gears up for first Sweetest Day event of 2025
Confectionery wholesaler Hancocks has announced its first Sweetest Day event of 2025, promising retailers a range of deals across massive brands.
Kellogg’s backs STV’s Children Appeal pound for pound to fund Scottish breakfast clubs
Kellogg's has teamed up with STV and two of Scotland's strongest people, Nicole Ann Bennett and Chris Beetham, to encourage people to sign up to host their own Big Scottish Breakfast.
Absolut Sprite cans introduce new Watermelon flavour
ARTD brand Absolut Voda & Sprite has unveiled its first flavour innovation with the introduction of the new Absolut Vodka & Sprite Watermelon variant.
Lindt captures Dubai chocolate trend with new Pistachio Easter Egg
Premium Swiss chocolate brand Lindt is set to capture the Dubai chocolate craze this season with its new Lindt Lindor Pistachio Easter Egg.
Convenience in brief | HLP, SAIP, Filshill
Scottish Grocer highlights three stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from the Healthy Living Programme, Scottish Alcohol Industry Partnership and JW Filshill.
Scotland’s Top Alcohol Brands: No.2 The Famous Grouse
Spotlight on The Famous Grouse, the No. 2 Scottish alcohol brand of 2022.
Mixologist’s Garden is mixing it up in Tesco
Freeze-dried fruit garnish brand Mixologist's Garden has made its first listing in Tesco stores with the launch of three variants.



































