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Promo ban slammed

Retailers voiced their concerns over proposed promotions restrictions at the latest meeting of the Scottish Parliament Cross Party Group for convenience stores

Report says tax sugar goods

PRESSURE to tax food and drinks containing substantial amounts of sugar appears to be rising. The Westminster parliament was petitioned to hold a debate...
NHS report claims restrictions on volume deals have led to a drop in wine purchases

Multibuy ban ‘cuts alcohol sales’

NHS report claims restrictions on volume deals have led to a drop in wine purchases THE amount of alcohol sold in Scottish shops has fallen...
A family gather round a kitchen table together looking happy, still image taken from OXO TV advert.

OXO is back on TV for the autumn

Stock cube brand OXO is back on the TV screen for the autumn as Premier Foods kicks off a new family-focused creative to drive up awareness of the brand.
A woman standing outside Scotmid Coop Store Front

Fund offering millions open

FUNDING applications are now open for the Scotland Loves Local campaign’s latest grant scheme.
Packs of Yorkie Biscuit & Brownie chocolate bars lay across a grey surface, with the chocolate bars lying outside the wrapper as well.

Yorkie unveils new Biscuit & Brownie flavour

British chocolate bar brand Yorkie has unveiled a new limited edition flavour Biscuit & Brownie using cocoa that has been sourced via Nestlé's Income Accelerator programme.
Pack shots of Olbas Anti Allergy Nasal Sprays with outer boxes.

Olbas stays ahead of hay fever with Anti Allergy Nasal Spray

Decongestant oil brand Olbas has unveiled its new Anti Allergy Nasal Spray bottles in a bid to support consumers suffering from hay fever.
Cans of Rockstar Energy Drinks including Tropical Guava, Zero Sugar Blueberry, Original and Zero Sugar Strawberry Lime.

Rockstar unveils 2 for £2 PMP deal

Soft drinks giant Britvic has annoucned a shake-up to its Rockstar Energy Drinks PMP range and will offer consumers a new '2 for £2' deal from the new year.
Two people stand in the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome with Scotland flags draped across their shoulders with decorative boxes that have the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games and Allwyn logos on them.

Allwyn announced as partner for Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Operator for The National Lottery, Allwyn UK, has been announced as the latest partner for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
The latest Glasgow Distillery expressions – Glasgow 1770 Tokaji Cask Finish and Glasgow 1770 Cognac Cask Finish.

Opportunity to highlight Scottish drinks firms

Ahead of September's Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight, Scottish Grocer highlights local producer news across whisky, RTD cocktails and beers that c-store retailers might want to take note of.
Pack shots of Coca-Cola Original Taste, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar and Diet Coke 500ml 'Supercans' with Premier League promotions across the design.

Coca-Cola launches new 500ml ‘Supercans’

CCEP has unveiled its new 500ml canned format 'Supercans' to tie in with its ongoing partnership with the Premier League football tournament.
Emma Doran sits in a pub with pint of Magners cider and a bottle on the table next to her.

Magners set to ‘Share the Craic’ this summer

Cider brand Magners is on the hunt for emerging talent in the UK comedy scene with its new 'Share the Craic' competition and on-pack promo.
Greek inspirations: Yiayia gin has been made using botanicals sourced from Crete.

Two masterclasses in creating gin

Two unusual and enticing gins have come to market that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking for aficionados of the spirit.

Retail crime bill secures committee backing

A CAMPAIGN to provide shopworkers with more protection under the law has taken a major step forward. MSPs on the Scottish Parliament’s Economy, Energy and...
Bottle of Marie Brizar Liqueurs and Sirops stands on a table with cocktails serves in balloon glasses. There are flowers around the table as well as raspberries and a lime slice. The bottles include Marie Brizard Framboise Raspberry Liqueur, Marie Brizard Passion Fruit Sirop and Marie Brizard Apry Liqueur.

Marie Brizard serves up spring inspiration with Spritz cocktails

French liqueur and syrups brand Marie Brizard has served up some cocktail inspiration for the spring with a trio of Spritz serves.
Pack shouts of Sour Punch Bites Pickle Roulette packs.

American Sour Punch candy spins to the UK

Retailers can bring in an extra risky element to the confectionery aisle as World of Sweets launches new Sour Punch Pickle Roulette packs.