Bonus scheme review on hold

The Scottish Government has announced it will delay the review of the Small Business Bonus Scheme (SBBS)

Retail crime bill secures committee backing

A CAMPAIGN to provide shopworkers with more protection under the law has taken a major step forward. MSPs on the Scottish Parliament’s Economy, Energy and...
Shona Robison, cabinet secretary for finance and local government, stands in Scottish Parliament in front of the Scotland flag.

ScotGov urged to support businesses in budget

The SRC has called on MSPs across the entirety of the Scottish Government to collectively agree to pass a pro-business Scottish Budget in December.
Hamlyns' paper bags roll out at the end of this month thanks to its new packaging line.

Hamlyns does the eco-friendly paperwork

Oats brand Hamlyns of Scotland is switching to environmentally friendly paper packaging, while butchery business We hae meat has struck a deal with Iceland.
Promotional image of the Larsen Cognac redesign for 2026 featuring the new bottles next to the company logo with text that reads "A Century of Smooth Sailing".

Larsen Cognac unveils new premium bottle design

Global spirits firm International Beverage has unveiled a new look for the Larsen Cognac brand in recognition of its 100-year anniversary.
Retailers should focus on the value of PMPs along with the meal deal opportunity, says Matt Collins.

KP Snacks focuses on meal deal opportunities

Weekday lunchtimes remain key periods for retailers to drive up sales from consumers eating on the go and, here, KP Snacks and Country Choice provide some insights.
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.
Advert for the Dolmio Active range including pack shots of Dolmio Active Jalapeno & Chicken Fusilli, Sundried Tomato & Chicken Rigatoni and Zesty Chicken Fusilli. These three are set against a red and green background with images of pasta pieces around them.

Dolmio builds the appetite for protein with new Active range

Pasta meals brand Dolmio has launched a new high in protein range with Dolmio Active in a bid to respond to demand for more convenient options for active lifestyles.
Pack shots of Bear Fruit Splits Mango & Sour Berry and Bear Strawberry YoYos Grab Bag.

Bear shakes up kids’ snacking with Splits launch

Kids fruit snacks brand Bear is set to shake up the category with its new Fruit Splits Mango & Sour Berry flavour and a new format for its YoYos.
Life style image of a Funkin Cocktails Irn-Bru Vodka Martini can with the drink served in a martini glass next to it.

Funkin and Irn-Bru partner on new cocktail

Funkin' Cocktail and Irn-Bru have teamed up to deliver a unique, limited edition ready-to-drink cocktail serve to drive up growth in the RTD category.
Advert for the Kellanova 'Deck the Halls' competition for winter 2025 offering retailers the chance to win £10,000.

Kellanova spreads festive cheer with new ‘Deck the Shelves’ retailer competition

Kellanova is pushing retailers to 'Deck the Shelves' with Pringles and Cheez-It products with a new competition offering store owners the chance to win £10k.
Pack shot of Doritos Dinamita £1.25 PMP with an image of the shopt* carousel on an iPhone screen.

Win prizes in Doritos Dinamita *shopt promotion

Retailers are in with the chance to bag some cash prizes with the launch of Doritos Dinamita with a new partnership through cash rewards app *shopt.

Waitrose high point for Lowrise

Full-strength and low calorie lager Lowrise has secured its first major supermarket listing as its makes its way to over 150 Waitrose stores across the UK.
Exterior image of Scotmid Uddingston.

Scotmid unveils new concept store in Uddingston

Scottish retail chain Scotmid is set to open a new concept store with a focus on food-to-go and mealtimes in the Uddingston area.
A man dressed like the mascot of Madrí Excepcional stands at a barrel in a street with a bottle of the beer on top of the barrel.

Madrí Excepcional seeks out a new Madrí Man

Spanish-style beer brand Madrí Excepcional has rolled out a new marketing campaign offering one lucky consumers to become the face of the brand.
Packshots of Fisherman's Friend Original Lozenges, Aniseed Lozenges, Cherry Lozenges, Mint Lozenges and Blackcurrant Lozenges.

Fisherman’s Friend aims to keep sales strong as a hay fever remedy

Throat lozenges brand Fisherman' Friend aims to support consumers to fight back hay fever symptoms this year with a new campaign.