Convenience in brief | PayPoint, the Fed, SRC

Scottish Grocer highlights three stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from PayPoint, the Fed and the Scottish Retail Consortium.

Swizzels aims to tempt the ‘big night in’ customers

Confectionery firm Swizzels looks to bring in more of the 'big night in' shoppers to convenience stores through its wide range of PMPs.
Tomintoul Distillery has helped the Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team buy new equipment.

Convenience in brief | Tomintoul, Jisp and Aldi news

Scottish Grocer highlights three stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Tomintoul Distillery, Jisp and Aldi.
Interior of Spar Crosshouse

Wholesalers explain symbol benefits for retailers

New year, new fascia: Symbol groups are ready to support retailers through cost-of-living crisis.
Lactalis highlights the importance of provenance on packaging for its cheeses.

Cheddars flying the flag for Scotland

Product provenance is a key purchase driver for Scottish shoppers – and Lactalis UK & Ireland reckon that’s why its Orkney, Galloway and Seriously cheese brands remain popular choices.

Market News | Olbas, Giffard Liqueurs, Eden Mill, Nairn’s

Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
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No deal hits grocery hard

A 'No Deal' Brexit will spell disaster for grocery prices, according to trade union GMB .
Pack shots of Barrat Sweet Shop Super Mario Galaxy sweets.

Barratt unveils Super Mario Galaxy collaboration

Barratt Sweet Shop has unveiled its new collaboration with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie with new limited edition packs of sweets.
Promotional image for Lipton Iced Tea 2026 competition.

Lipton kicks off new summer campaign

Iced tea brand Lipton has kicked off its first ever on-pack promotion for the summer months offering the chance to bag hundreds of music themed prizes.

Unbeleafable addition to Tesco

Vertical farm firm GrowUp has launched its new Unbeleafable bagged salad in select Tesco stores with the Zesty Baby Leaves product.
Takis range of crisps including Dragon Sweet Chilli, Fuego and Volcano variants.

Takis fires up in Morrisons

Social media snacking sensation Takis is set to fire up the tastebuds of Morrisons shoppers as the brand announces its new listings in the retail chain.

Spar introduces own-label wine line

Spar UK is out to add some value consumers shopping in the wine section with the launch of its own-label wine selection, featuring a trio of variants.
Pack shots of Golden Wonder's festive range for 2025 including Turkey & Stuffing, Glazed Ham Baubles, Honey Glazed Ham Christmas Tree Toritillas and Beef & Gravy Ridges.

Golden Wonder gets into the Christmas spirit with new festive crisps flavours

Golden Wonder has unveiled a new line-up of festive flavours for the Christmas season this year, offering some seasonal tastes along with unique textures.
A man is packing a paper bag with groceries with the Scoot logo on the bag. The man is also wearing some Scoot branded clothing.

Scoot delivery marks 100th store launch

Booker's rapid delivery platform Scoot has recently rolled out to its 100th store, marking a major milestone for the wholesaler's store service.
Pack shots of Lenor Crease Releaser in travel-size bottles including Exotic Bloom & Moonlight Lily, Spring Awakening and Jasmine Red Berries.

Lenor is on the go for Crease Releaser range

Lenor has launched a new travel size format for its Crease Releaser range as the brand aims to alleviate the consumer stress of travelling.
Promotional image of Bestway and PepsiCo's in-depoot giveaway for the wholesaler's 50th anniversary.

PepsiCo marks Bestway’s 50th anniversary with exclusive Walkers giveaway

Snacks firm PepsiCo has helped to mark Bestway's 50th anniversary year with the launch of an in-depot giveaway for retailers.