Inflation falls ahead of Reeves’ spring statement
Seasonal events such as Valentine's helped to boost Scottish sales in February as the overall inflation figure saw a small dip by the end of the month.
Covid rules relaxing for retail
FROM Monday (9 August) self isolation rules are set to change in Scotland, in a move that could reduce staff shortages for retailers.
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Lynagh to head up wholesalers
Booker area manager becomes second chief to return to SWA presidency
BOOKER area manager, Eddie Lynagh, has been named the new senior vice-president of the...
Discounters top brands charts
DEEP discounter, Aldi, has overtaken John Lewis, BBC iPlayer and Samsung as the UK’s favourite brand. Poll company YouGov’s mid-year list of the top...
Scottish Government set to give Minimum Unit Pricing update
A HOLYROOD health minister is due to tell MSPs this afternoon what the Scottish Government's proposals are for alcohol Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP).
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.
pladis unveils new retailer platform Better Biscuits
Global snacking firm pladis has relaunched its retailer support platform Better Biscuits to help empower store owners to drive up sales.
Disposable vape ban dismay
Industry members have weighed in on the Government's announcement to ban disposable vapes across the whole of the UK due to rising concerns over youth vaping.
Scotland’s top brands: 7. Mackie’s of Scotland
Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home food and drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brand number seven.
A handy guide to eco advice
Scotland Food & Drink has unveiled the next step in its sustainability commitment with its new Navigating Net Zero Handbook.
Yazoo extends its playful side
Friesland Campina has launched its new £6million campaign for its Yazoo brand championing its new Thick N' Creamy milkshake drinks.
Highland Spring focuses on nature with Woodland Trust partnership
Scottish bottled water brand Highland Spring has partnered up with the Woodland Trust to expand its nature-driven restoration work in Ochil Hills, Perthshire.
Plea for kindness in festive season
Retail chiefs have called on the public to remain kind and patient with all shop workers during the Christmas season as abuse of staff has reached eye-watering levels.
Alpen unveils new look and recipe for muesli range
Muesli brand Alpen has received a new look and update to its recipe as parent firm The Weetabix Food Company looks build the cereal brand in the category.
Coca-Cola has a citrus fresh launch
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners has a zesty new launch in its flavoured colas category with the addition of two lemon flavoured variants to its range.
Gifting to suit every demand
Opportunities for chocolate gifting are in high demand during the first quarter of the year.




































