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Retailers will be taking to the stage to discuss their real-life experiences of store theft, abuse and violence by shoppers at the SGF Crime Seminar.

Seminar highlights rising crime

Convenience retailers can learn about the best ways to tackle soaring thefts and in-store attacks at the Scottish Grocers’ Federation Crime Seminar next month.
Almost 90% of shoppers consulted by HIM said they wouldn’t be doing a single big Christmas shop this year. Chocolate was the category that most (33%) said they were likely to buy for Christmas in c-stores.

C-stores set for strong season?

HIM sees major 2014 festive opportunities for local shops and CTP figures show how Scotland is different COULD 2014 end with a particularly strong Christmas...
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Everything included in Scotland’s DRS

No automatic exemptions, glass included and a 20p deposit .
A whisky cask with the Saltire Rare Malt Whisky brand on the top of the lid with a bottle of whisky and nosing glasses in the foreground of the image.

Saltire whisky spreads out around the world

Fife-based independent whisky bottler Saltire Rare Malt is set to expand further in the global market with its new senior team members.

Tennent’s COP26 campaign

AS thousands arrive in Glasgow for COP26, Tennent’s has launched a new multi-channel advertising campaign which aims to promote the importance of sustainable brewing...

Mondelez goes novel for Christmas drive

Mondelez International aims to build up excitement for Christmas throughout November with its novelty confectionery range from Cadbury and Toblerone.

A start to changes for inflation?

Overall inflation is showing signs of dropping, providing some hopeful signs for the future. However, food prices remain stubbornly high.
A pack of Gnaw Easter Happy Easter Eggs-travaganza stands upright on a table with a blurred out background.

No hollow message from Gnaw this Easter

Quality chocolate deserves a quality snap, says choc firm PREMIUM chocolate firm Gnaw has taken a stand this Easter with its range of "reassuringly chunky"...
Pack shots of Hershey's and Reese's Easter range including Hershey's Cookies 'N' Creme Egg, Reese's Peanut Butter Egg and Reese's Spring Sprinkles Big Cup King Size.

Reese’s unveils new Easter peanut butter range

American chocolate firm The Hershey Company has unveiled a tranche of NPD for both the Reese's and Hershey's brands for the upcoming Easter season.
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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.
Thatchers Cider Barn bottles stand on a wooden crate in the middle of a grassy scene including Thatchers Redwood, Thatchers Grenadier and Thatchers Tremletts.

Thatchers expands Cider Barn range with a trio of new launches

Thatchers Cider has unveiled three new variants in its Cider Barn cider range showcasing what can be done with small-batch cider drinks.
Customers and local good causes benefited from the relaunch of Spar Freuchie.

Strong financial results for CJ Lang

The latest relaunch of a Spar Scotland illustrates how confident wholesaler CJ Lang is about the future after it announced a strong set of financial results.
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A nation’s future – it’s time to decide

SCOTLAND’S people decide this month whether to become citizens of an independent nation state or remain part of the United Kingdom. In the last...
Taylors Snacks says its Lentil Waves range offers consumers a healthier option, which many now seek.

Taylors Snacks promotes ‘healthier’ Lentil Waves

With incoming HFSS regulations now high on the Scottish political agenda, Taylors Snacks has been highlighting its Lentil Waves range as a healthier option for consumers.
Three people standing on a stage to accept an award at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2024.

Awards Profile – Symbol Store of the Year (Single)

The Scottish Grocer team caught up with Daniall Nadeem, store owner at Spar Motherwell Road, following his success at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2024.
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One Stop offers solutions for convenience retail

Fascia group One Stop has set out the benefits of its offer to those retailers who are considering a switch of symbol this year.