Members of Lanark Business Group launch Totally Locally Lanark.

Lanark totals up the local touch

Businesses say spend a fiver and build your town’s economy CONSUMERS in a Scottish market town are being urged to think local, buy local and...
MSPs have signed off on deposit return scheme regulations for Scotland.

Deposit return is go in 25 months

Scottish Parliament gives the green light to deposit return despite coronavirus warnings from industry

Müller plans dairy closures

Milk giant consults on East Kilbride and Aberdeen as it announces major investment in Bellshill THE future of two Müller Milk & Ingredients plants in...
Alistair McGowan

Alistair’s all set for the big night

THE Scottish convenience retail industry’s biggest night of the year, the Scottish Grocer Awards is to be hosted this year by star comedian, impressionist...
The Lifestyle fascia is ideal for retailers who are willing to invest in their stores.

Fascia selection for varied needs

Tom Slaven, retail director of United Wholesale Grocers, explains the benefits of the different fascias the company offers convenience retailers.

Spar goes yellow for charity campaign

Spar and other grocery brands have all gone yellow in support of Marie Curie's 75th anniversary with a pledge to donate £35,000 to the charity.
A scene from the Seriously Spreadable TV ad campaign being run by Lactalis.

Seriously spreads out with TV campaign

Lactalis UK & Ireland has invested in a new TV campaign for its Seriously Spreadable cheese range and hopes it will help to increase brand awareness for Seriously as a whole.
Richard Wishart, Fife Creamery transport manager and Mike Canning, warehouse manager, with just a few of the 43 AEDs.

Convenience in Brief | Fife Creamery, DRS and Yakult news

Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments at Fife Creamery, DRS concerns and a Yakult product rebrand.

Elaine C Smith tops the bill

The Scottish Grocer can reveal the host for the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023 as Elaine C Smith, known for her TV comedy roles and Christmas pantomimes.

Awards Profile – Vaping Retailer of the Year

Scottish Grocer caught up with Zahid Iqbal and the team at Day-Today Drylaw following their win of Vaping Retailer of the Year at the Scottish Grocer Awards.
Opened in Ayrshire in 1945, Brownings is now a familiar name across Scotland.

Loyalty a key ingredient for Brownings the Bakers

Heritage and familiarity of a brand are key factors when it comes to consumer choice in the bakery section – and that is something c-store retailers can capitalise on, says Brownings the Bakers.

Scotland’s top brands: 41-50

Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home food and drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brands 41-50.

Neurita Tequila is feeling the Love

Neurita Tequila has joined the Love Drinks portfolio of drinks with the distributor aiming to drive up popularity for margaritas at home through the brand.
The new Maltesers Ice Cream Bar from Mars Chocolate Drinks & Treats.

Market News | Maltesers, Pollen + Grace, Imperial, Famous Grouse

Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
Appeal to students this St Patrick's Day through a new offering in the off-trade, such as be. cocktails from Global Brands.

Focus on student shoppers for St Patrick’s Day

St Patrick's Day is celebrated by university and college students everywhere – and that's something convenience retailers can capitalise on.

Glasgow 1770 springs into new launches

The Glasgow Distillery has expanded on its Small Batch Series with the Glasgow 1770 with three new additions that have been specially made for the spring.