Bank closures hit retailers
RETAILERS pulled no punches when giving evidence on the effect of bank branch closures on the convenience sector.
Whitebox Cocktails rolls on new flavours
Whitebox Cocktails has grown its range of ready-to-drink variants with the launch of three new and unique cocktail drinks.
Jack Daniel’s & Coca-Cola launches new slimline can format
Alcoholic RTD brand Jack Daniel's & Coca-Cola has unveiled a new 330ml slimline can across its entire range of flavours to build stand out on shelf.
Maryland Cookies unveils first non-HFSS product with Delightfully Good cookies
The new Maryland Delightfully Good is available in Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury’s with an MRSP of £1.60.
Food sales slump in February chill
Like-for-likes down more than 3% as competition and margin pressures lead to the biggest drop this century
A WET, windy February brought bitter news for...
Stirling Distillery rolls into Co-op stores
Stirling Distillery has secured listings in 16 Co-op stores across Scotland, aiming to introduce its nettle gin to more shoppers in the country.
New tax on vaping
The UK Government is reportedly planning to introduce a new tax on vape liquids in its Spring Budget 2024 as the UKVIA sets out legislation proposals.
Elaine C Smith returns to the Scottish Grocer Awards
Scots actress of the stage and screen Elaine C Smith is set to return as host of the Scottish Grocer Awards at a glittering ceremony this November.
Hotelier develops c-store ambitions
Roy and Theresa McIntosh are bitten by convenience bug
SKE unveils new vape range ahead of ban
Global vape brand SKE has unveiled its new product line-up with an ambition to dominate the category following on from the disposable vape ban.
Convenience in brief | Vertex Scotland, Spar Scotland, KP Snacks
Scottish Grocer highlights three stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Vertex Scotland, Spar Scotland and KP Snacks.
BrewDog unveils new ‘What have BrewDog done now’ marketing campaign
Craft brewer BrewDog has unveiled a new marketing campaign inspired by some of the tabloid headlines that have followed the brand for years.
International Women’s Day – CJ Lang & Son
Scottish Grocer is highlighting some influential and inspiring women working across convenience retail to celebrate International Women's Day.
Celsius unveils sponsorship of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson
Energy drinks brand Celsius has been named as the Official Energy Drinks sponsor of the upcoming Netflix Live Event Heavyweight Match Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson.
DRS takes a step forward
Consultancy appointed for the UK's deposit return scheme roll-out.
GroceryAid aims to grow charity in 2023
Organisers for GroceryAid have set out ambitious plans to grow the charity’s presence in Scotland during 2023.






































