Pack shots of Jam Shed White Blend.

Jam Shed introduces new White Wine Blend

Wine disruptor brand Jam Shed has launched a fruity new White Blend variant to its range, exclusively for Morrisons stores in the UK.
Retailers can. take advantage of the growing popularity of air fryers across the frozen section with the likes of McCain's products.

Air fryer out the financial worry

Frozen potato foods brand McCain is keen to ensure that retailers can make the most out of the wildly popular consumer trend for air fryers with its own McCain Air Fryer Quick & Crispy range.
Mentos Pure Fresh Gum Strawberry tub and duo pack are standing on a red platform with cut up strawberries around them with a pink background.

Mentos Gum rolls out a new Strawberry flavour to appeal to shoppers

Confectionery giant Perfetti Van Melle has rolled out a new Strawberry flavour to its Mentos Pure Fresh Gum range to appeal to young shoppers.
Andy Murray stands in a tennis court holding a mug that says 'Walkers Spectator Coach' on it.

Andy Murray steps into coach role in Walker’s Shortbread campaign

Former tennis ace Andy Murray has taken on a new role on the court as the 'Spectator Coach' as part of Walker's Shortbread's latest marketing campaign.
Chancellor of the exchequer Rachel Reeves stands at a podium with the text "International Investment Summit 2024" against a red backdrop.

Chancellor confirms rise in worker wages

Workers' wages are set to increase in April next year, adding further expenses for store owners to contend with on top of rises to tax.
Jamie Sanders, from JTI, told SGF delegates that the illegal trade harmed their businesses.

Plea to join war on illicit tobacco trade

Scottish convenience store retailers have been hearing from JTI UK public affairs manager Jamie Sanders why it is important for them to help crack down on illicit tobacco sellers.
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.
Rugby Union players Emma Wassell and Sam Skinner both drink from Highland Spring bottles in the middle of Murrayfield Stadium.

Highland Spring champions Scottish Rugby

Scottish bottled water brand Highland Spring has announced a new two-year partnership of Scottish Rugby to encourage healthy hydration through the sport.
A Biffa branded waste disposal truck is parked outside of a building.

ScotGov faces £166m court case with Biffa over DRS failings

Biffa's legal action against the Scottish Government is due to be heard at the Court of Session as the waste management firm seeks £166m in reparations.
United Wholesale Grocers prides itself on looking after its retail customers.

UWG offers a personal service

United Wholesale Grocers says that, as a family business, it endeavours to continue to provide a personal touch for its customers, which has been a core value from the beginning.
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Big step forward in fight against retail crime

Daniel Johnson MSP formally lodges Protection of Workers bill SHOPWORKERS could receive new protection under the law if MSPs back a bill that has been...
Republic Technologies' eco-friendly OCB range is a strong category performer, says the firm.

Broaden tobacco accessories range, says Republic Technologies

Retailers who offer tobacco accessories shoppers a broad range of products are benefiting most from the continued growth of the £35million Scottish market, says Republic Technologies UK.
Fife Creamery vans

Still time to enter awards

Entries for the Scottish Grocer Awards 2019 are still open, but there’s not much time left for star retailers to throw their hat in the ring

UWG snaps up depot from Blakemore

Scottish wholesaler acquires site in north of England
A row of Blu Bar disposable vapes in a gantry.

ScotGov confirms Disposable Vape Ban details

ScotGov has published its response to the disposable vape ban consultation, offering greater clarity on single-use vapes and enforcement of the ban.
Promotional image for CCEP's Christmas campaign for Coca-Cola.

Coca-Cola spreads festive joy in Christmas 2025 giveaway

Drinks giant CCEP is set to bring some extra festive joy to consumers with a new on-pack promotion as part of its Christmas marketing activity.