Split picture for wholesalers
THE UK’s wholesale sector has had a mixed 2020, with turnover growth for those serving the retail market failing to offset significant declines in turnover for foodservice wholesalers
DRS debate rages on at Holyrood
Industry experts raise concerns with proposed scheme
Market news | Equi’s, Kepak, Hobgoblin, Inch’s
Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales, featuring Equi's, Kepak, Hobgoblin and Inch's.
A spotlight on off-sales
Report makes tough recommendations
A Scottish Government funded charity has made noises in favour of a clamp down on licences for convenience retailers in the...
Business benefits of ethnic diversity
Why Anti-Racist Employment Strategy is a good move: by Harriet Gray, an Employment Associate and works in the People, Reward and Mobility team at Dentons UK and Middle East LLP, based in Scotland.
Lactalis acquires Saputo dairy brands
Dairy firm Lactalis has secured a range of British dairy brands from Saputo Inc. including the likes of Country Life butter and Cathedral City cheese.
Chance to bag £200 with Tango Sours competition
Drinks giant Carlsberg Britvic is offering five retailers the chance to bag £200 in cash as part of a new competition with the Tango Sours range.
Sodastream looks to inspire the day
Sodastream has teamed up with an artist and neuroscientist to help stimulate consumers minds and encourage more productive daydreams.
Arctic Coffee gears up for new campaign with Isuzu
Chilled coffee brand Arctic Coffee has teamed up with car manufacturer Isuzu on a roadtrip campaign across the UK's major festivals this summer.
Deposit return is go in 25 months
Scottish Parliament gives the green light to deposit return despite coronavirus warnings from industry
SGF calls for retail support in general election manifesto
The SGF has set up its stall for the General Election as part of its new manifesto which highlights five key areas the next government needs to prioritise.
Loyalty a key ingredient for Brownings the Bakers
Heritage and familiarity of a brand are key factors when it comes to consumer choice in the bakery section – and that is something c-store retailers can capitalise on, says Brownings the Bakers.
The scale of Scotland’s illicit vape trade
A new report has found that nearly 16,000 illicit vape devices were seized in Scotland last year, highlighting the scale of the illegal trade in the country.
Funkin elevates higher ABV cocktails range
RTD cocktails brand Funkin Cocktails has unveiled the new look for its higher ABV cocktail range Double Shot to help drive awareness of the drinks.
Arctic Coffee brings a cold blast of innovation
Arctic Coffee has brought a double cool blast to the chillers with the launch of two new coffee variants made popular in coffee shops to retail.
Pot Noodle on sustainability mission
Unilever is trialling paper packaging for the most popular flavour of its Pot Noodle brand in a bid to cut its use of plastics and so be more eco-friendly.
