Calls for support following poor festive footfall

THE Scottish Retail Consortium has called for the Scottish Government to do more to support the high street, following the publication of dire footfall...
Pack shots of Ribena 500ml bottle, Ribena Squash and Ribena Carton with the 2025 makeover design against a purple background.

Ribena unveils a new look across its variants

British soft drinks brand Ribena has unveiled a new look across its range of drinks alongside a new marketing campaign to drive up awareness.

Starbucks extends no added sugar fraps

Arla is out to grow the demand for balanced Frappuccino variants with the launch of its Starbucks Frappuccino Caramel No Added Sugar drink.
Pack shots of KLAR nicotine pouches including Mint Regular and Citrus Regular.

Klar pouches head to UK stores

Swedish nicotine pouch brand Klar has made its debut in the UK, offering consumers more variety in the ever-expanding nicotine subcategory.

Facing up to customer contact – by the book

Costcutter has been piloting social media and now it’s ready to roll FOLLOWING what it says has been a successful pilot scheme Costcutter is rolling...
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.

Red Bull runs home with new multipack

Red Bull is set to drive up the take-home energy drinks mission with consumers with the launch of its new variety four can multipack.
Flavours, formats and provenance should all be considered for the freezer range, says Mackie's of Scotland.

Mackie’s of Scotland offers frozen treats advice

Ice cream firm Mackie's of Scotland has been offering top tips to retailers about what treats to stock in store freezers as consumers gear up for the summer.

Clan gathers new listings

Supermarket adds ales from nine Scottish brewery independents THE team that helped drive an £850,000 supermarket deal for some of Scotland’s craft breweries is planning...
Pack shots of Walkers Sensations Prawn Marie Rose and Honey Glazed Ham crisps.

Walkers rolls out Christmas Sensations flavours

Crisps brand Walkers has rolled out two limited edition Sensations flavours for the festive season to help drive up sales of elevated snacks over Christmas.
Cans of WKD are lined up against a blue background including Cherry Ice, Iron Brew, Blue, Purple Grape and Orange & Passionfruit.

WKD gears up for massive 30th anniversary year

RTD brand WKD is entering into the new year with a massive investment from parent company SHS Drinks for its 30th anniversary year.
Pack shots of IVG Nicotine Pouches along with descriptors of their flavours including Blue, Spearmint, Ice Mint, Strawberry, Mango and Cola.

IVG joins the nicotine pouch category

British vaping brand IVG has expanded on its range of tobacco-free products with the roll out of its new Nicotine Pouches range.
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Public backing for glass in DRS

Four in five Scottish consumers say glass should be included in a deposit return scheme (DRS) – a new survey has revealed .

Don’t delay, enter the Scottish Grocer Awards today

It’s almost time to get the wheels in motion again for the biggest party on the Scottish retail calendar.
A packet of Scottish Bee B-Gel is held up against a blurred out field in the background.

Scottish Bee launches new B-Fuel honey sachets

Local producer The Scottish Bee Company has unveiled its new B-Fuel Energy Gel product, aiming to provide a highly nutritious option for the sports market.
Image of the front of the Spar Scotland trade show tent with vans parked outside.

Spar Scotland Raises the Bar

CJ Lang & Son's Spar Scotland Tradeshow made its return in Aviemore once again this year with a show that helped to raise the bar of convenience in Scotland.