MHouse urges retailers to invest in tech
A savvy approach to tech management will make all the difference for convenience stores across Scotland, helping to aid the shopping experience for customers and improving the sales for retailers, reckons EPOS provider MHouse.
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.
All retailers to benefit from Filshill AI bot vape advice
Glasgow wholesaler JW Filshill has launched a new AI bot tool to support retailers across the UK with the upcoming disposable vape ban.
Maryland cookies unveils new chocolate-chip cookie sandwich packs
Biscuit treats firm Fox's Burton's Companies has announced the roll out of the new Maryland S'wich cookies, bringing a sandwich cookie to the brand in the UK.
Ben Lomond Gin tees off at The Open
Ben Lomond Gin has marked the start of The 152nd Open golf tournament with the launch of Ben Lomond The Open 2024 Special Edition gin packs.
Scottish cheese brands promote provenance
Working with retailers to make the most of the Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight is absolutely critical for its brands from north of the border, say bosses at cheese maker Lactalis UK & Ireland.
Commission told to freeze NMW
Retailer groups say minimum wage increases have cost jobs and delayed store improvement projects
THE organisations representing independent and convenience sector food and drink retailers...
Rock Face kicks off bare faced ad campaign
Men's grooming brand Rock Face has launched a new marketing campaign to grab the attention of shoppers with some tongue-in-cheek ads.
Rizla rolls back the clock this Christmas
imperial Brands has unveiled the latest limited-edition Vintage pack design for Rizla rolling papers, in a bid to drive up RYO sales this Christmas.
Nestlé trials paper Quality Street tubs
Confectionery giant Nestlé has unveiled its new paper tub trial for the Quality Street brand which will roll out exclusively to Tesco on a trial basis.
Sustainability for the 2020s
With plastic pollution high on the consumer agenda, bottled water brands take action
First of May will be minimum pricing day
Scottish Government health secretary reveals implementation date.Â
THE Scottish Government has announced it plans to introduce minimum unit pricing for alcohol on 1 May 2018....
Scotmid Co-op makes a life-saving donation to St Andrew’s First Aid
Scottish convenience retailer Scotmid Co-op has marked 10 years of partnership with St Andrew's First Aid with a generous £5,000 donation to the charity.
Wemyss Family Spirits unveils return of Velvet Fig series with a 12 Year Old...
Wemyss Family Spirits has announced the return of its much-loved Velvet Fig expression, but with a 12 Year Old age statement for 2025.
Market News | Bobby’s, Twinings, Swan, Onken
Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
Nisa village store reopens three years after fire
A community-owned store in Gargunnock has reopened its doors three years after a devastating fire thanks to contributions from local residents.




































