Interior image of the VB Distribution depot.

VB Distribution approved for vaping products duty

Nicotine products distributor VB Distribution has secured HMRC approval under the Vaping Products Duty scheme ahead of it going live.

71% buy non-shop tobacco

MORE than seven in 10 UK smokers are buying tobacco from non-shop sources according to the most recent research published by industry body the...
Scottish gin brand, Caorunn has created three autumnal cocktails in collaboration with its gin ambassador, award-winning mixologist Walter Pintus

Caorunn gets cosy with cocktail recipes for autumn evenings

Scottish gin brand, Caorunn has created three autumnal cocktails in collaboration with its gin ambassador, award-winning mixologist Walter Pintus
Shoppercentric found people plan to shop around at Christmas. But Scottish c-stores, especially, could gain visits through click and collect.

Shoppers plan to click and collect

SCOTTISH Christmas shoppers are buying their gifts online then picking them up from collection points in greater numbers than ever before. More than two...
SUPERMARKET giant Morrisons is axing its Cafés and two Morrisons Daily stores across Scotland.

Morrisons closes cafes and two Morrisons Daily stores in Scotland

SUPERMARKET giant Morrisons is axing its Cafés and two Morrisons Daily stores across Scotland.
Packshots of Fisherman's Friend Original Lozenges, Aniseed Lozenges, Cherry Lozenges, Mint Lozenges and Blackcurrant Lozenges.

Fisherman’s Friend aims to keep sales strong as a hay fever remedy

Throat lozenges brand Fisherman' Friend aims to support consumers to fight back hay fever symptoms this year with a new campaign.

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.
The fuel brand wants to show the human face of Jet where its staff step up

Jet spins people round with its new advertising campaign ‘Carousel’

The fuel brand wants to show the human face of Jet where its staff step up
A person is putting an empty plastic bottle into a reverse vending machine.

ACS works with Exchange for Change to support retailers

The Association of Convenience Stores has teamed up with non-profit Exchange for Change as part of a webiner series to answer questions on DRS.

Sweet success for Mackie’s of Scotland

Mackie's of Scotland has hit a new milestone in its distribution across the UK with a presence for the brand across 1000 stores in the grocery channel.
Derek Mackay put tax powers to use in the draft Scottish Budget.

Rates tweak is a welcome one

Mackay includes poundage shift in draft budget
Pack shots of Monster Nitro Cosmic Peach cans.

Monster unveils a Cosmic new flavour

CCEP has a Cosmic new addition to its Monster Nitro range with the launch of the new Cosmic Peach flavour to the energy drinks range.

Bring a flair this Valentine’s

Three brands have offered their selection to help retailers to elevate the offer for Valentine's Day this year, with a focus for some at-home cocktail serves.
Pack shots of Dove Whole Body Deodorant including Lavendar & Camomile, Raspberry & Rose and Sea Mist & Peony scents across a 150ml Spray, 75ml Lotion and 75ml Stick.

Dove expands on Whole Body Deodorant range

Household products firm Unilever has expanded on its whole body deodorant range with new launches across the Dove, Sure and Lynx brands.

Tullamore rolls out new look

Irish whiskey brand Tullamore D.E.W. has unveiled its new look ahead of St. Patrick's Day celebrations, making it a potential winner for any parties on the day.

£5k grants to cut energy use

SCOTLAND’S c-stores are being given access to a £100,000 funding pot to help improve energy efficiency. The Convenience Store Resource Efficiency Grant – a Scottish...