Jeremy Hunt in parliament delivering the Autumn Budget 2023.

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.

50p MUP confirmed

ScotGov settles on original price proposal THE minimum price for one unit of alcohol in Scotland will be 50pm from 1 May, Scottish Government health...
A person holds up a Morrisons More card against a Morrisons sign which is on a building with black panelling.

Morrisons launches new promotion for Daily stores

Morrisons has marked the rollout of its More Card to Morrisons Daily franchise stores with the launch of an exclusive new points promotion.

Sluggish sales disappoint

Halloween costumes fail to dress up October figures as SRC calls on Scottish budget to put cash into shoppers pockets. RETAILING in Scotland doesn’t get...
EG On the Move forecourt site in Nitshill with a Co-op store on site.

EG is On The Move in Nitshill

The first Scottish EG On the Move and Co-op branded store has launched in the Nitshill area as part of a trial between the two businesses.
Coca-Cola and Fanta are leaders in the soft drinks category, claim CCEP bosses.

Favourite brands drive sales, says CCEP

The power of soft drinks to drive footfall and sales in the convenience channel shouldn’t be underestimated, say bosses at Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP).

Michelle McManus set to sparkle at Scottish Grocer’s 2025 awards

The Scottish Grocer is delighted to announce that the host of the Scottish Grocer Awards 2025 is Scottish music star and TV presenter, Michelle McManus.
Kristian Sharp, from Weetabix, joined the Healthy Living Programme team to help educate Wellshot Primary School pupils.

Educating youngsters about healthy breakfasts

The SGF Healthy Living Programme's Welby Big Breakfast events at primary schools across Scotland are a great way to educate children about healthier meal choices. Scottish Grocer caught up with the team at a recent event supported by Weetabix.
Promotional image of Coca-Cola Zero Sugar Oreo flavoured drinks.

Coca-Cola and Oreo team up in new limited drink

Coca-Cola and Mondelēz International brand Oreo has announced a new partnership to mark the besties in life with the new Coca-Cola Oreo Zero Sugar drink.
Pack shots of £1.25 PMP packs of Chipsticks, Cheetos Twisted and Frazzles with an on-pack promotion to win tickets for Merlin Entertainment venues.

Win free theme park tickets with PepsiCo

Snacks giant PepsiCo has teamed up with Merlin Entertainments to offer consumers the chance to win a family day out at one of the firm's many UK attractions.
Colin McLean, chief executive at CJ Lang & Son, stands at a podium delivering a talk during the Spar Scotland Tradeshow 2025.

Spar Scotland posts positive results amid turbulent trading period

Dundee wholesaler CJ Lang & Son has reported positive trading results despite the challenges of the trading environment from recent years.
Disposable vape devices sit on a wooden bench in an array of colours.

UK Gov considering vape tax

Vaping industry members have warned against a potential rise in tax on vaping products, which the UK Gov is thought to be considering in the Autumn Budget.
Disposable vape devices sit on a wooden bench in an array of colours.

ScotGov outlines loss of profits from vape ban

The Scottish Government has outlined the collective loss of profit that the incoming disposable vape ban will have on Scotland's retailers.
Scottish Grocers' Federation chief executive Pete Cheema.

Further alcohol marketing consultation welcomed

Convenience retail and alcohol industry leaders have backed the Scottish Government’s decision to consult further with stakeholders over any new alcohol marketing regulations.
Pack shots of Extra Refreshers PMP packs with Bubblemint and Tropical Flavours.

Extra Refreshers launches new PMP packs

Mars Wrigley is set to bring extra refreshment to the gum category across convenience with the launch of two new PMP formats across the brand.
ScotGov believes the new MUP will help to cut the number of alcohol-related deaths.

New MUP ‘will do little to help’

Industry leaders have given a mixed reaction to the introduction of a higher minimum unit price (MUP) for alcohol, which has come into force today.