Living with the NLW
A month on from its implementation, how are Scotland’s convenience retailers coping with the introduction of the new National Living Wage?
Announced by Chancellor George...
Warninks launches Pistachio White Chocolate Advocaat
Dutch liqueur brand Warninks Advocaat has unveiled its first new flavour in 12 years with the new Pistachio White Chocolate variant.
Imperial Tobacco highlights popularity of RYO
Roll-your-own tobacco has grown in popularity with consumers, providing plenty of opportunities to drive up sales with a selection of accessories, says Imperial Tobacco.
Vape group calls for a VAT cut
The UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) has called on the UK Government to consider reducing VAT on vape products in a bid to curb smoking.
Strongbow strings up Strawberry
Strongbow strings up another piece of NPD with the launch of its new Strawberry Cider variant in time for summer, exclusive to Tesco Group stores.
Aberdeenshire store Duncan’s joins KeyStore fascia
Aberdeenshire retailer Scott Duncan has praised the KeyStore symbol after the independent retailer made the recent decision to join the fascia group.
VARS marks theft prevention milestone
Forecourt protection services firm VARS Technology has hit a landmark 1million incidents of reporting blacklisted vehicles, preventing losses at the pumps.
Ben Lomond Gin secures a double win
Loch Lomond distilled London Dry Gin Ben Lomond has received a double gold medal for its Original Scottish Gin on the worldwide spirits stage.
Energising soft drinks with Red Bull
Red Bull has pushed the massive opportunity that the energy drinks subcategory presents to convenience retailers through its flavoured drinks range.
Cadbury Christmas range introduces new Dairy Milk Biscoff Advent Calendar
Confectionery giant Mondelēz International has unwrapped its new festive range for Christmas 2025, debuting its new Cadbury Dairy Milk Biscoff Advent Calendar for this year.
Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards winners revealed
The very best of Scotland's food and drink larder was celebrated once again as the Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards returned for 2026.
Shop theft record broken
The Association of Convenience Stores has revealed a massive surge in theft across the UK's local shops in its latest 2024 Crime Report.
Cadbury counts down to Christmas
Mondelez International has unveiled its range for the festive season this year with a selection of Cadbury goodies for consumers to sink their teeth into.
Asco Foods gains distribution for Vitasoy
Asian products distributor Asco Foods has been chosen as the UK & Ireland distributor for the Hong Kong soy-based drinks brand Vitasoy.
Reese’s expands with Caramel Block and White Cups
Peanut butter treats brand Reese's has unveiled two new take-home treats with its new Peanut Butter Caramel Bar and Peanut Butter White Cups.
Town centres bounce back
• Shop vacancies fall in hardest hit communities
• Cities show more empty units back in use
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