Industry leaders united in sorrow and admiration
Industry leaders from across Scotland’s retail sector have expressed their sadness at the passing of HM Queen Elizabeth II, while praising her service to the nation.
GroceryAid hampers full of potential
The GroceryAid Scotland committee volunteers have been working hard to prepare Christmas hampers that they hope will raise thousands of pounds for the charity.
Eden Mill partners with MiAlgae
Independent distillery Eden Mill has partnered with biotech firm MiAlgae to help produce a sustainable source of Omega-3-rich microalgae.
Holyrood set to extend ID
THE Scottish Government has named the additional forms of ID that will be acceptable in shops and pubs after 1 October.
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Greens set for UK expansion
Greens Retail is set to take its stores UK-wide after clinching a five-year deal with Nisa. Marking a major expansion for the Fife-based symbol, the deal with Nisa – worth up to £200million – is set to last for the next five years as Greens is committed to expand its portfolio south of the border.
Sophie Ellis Bextor teams up with Tia Maria for new on-pack promo
Coffee liqueur brand Tia Maria has launched a new on-pack promotion with pop star Sophie Ellis-Bextor with the chance to win an exclusive cocktail shaker.
Trio of whisky brands for Burns Night
The Scottish Grocer team highlight winning and premium-end whiskies from three different distillers – Raer, Jura and Glenmorangie – that convenience store owners should consider stocking ahead of Burns Night.
Scotland business rates frozen for another year
ScotGov has announced a freeze to business rates for another year, as retailers continue to face constant challenges to trading in the retail sector.
Allwyn strengthens support with Bobby’s partnership
Allwyn has partnered up with sweet and savoury foods supplier Bobby's to boost support of The National Lottery services for retailers.
Bonnington whisky mixes in sherry
Edinburgh based single malt whisky brand Bonnington has followed up on its inaugural release with the launch of its new Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask finish.
Peroni launches loyalty programme Club Peroni to support off-trade
Italian lager brand Peroni Nastro Azzurro has launched an innovative loyalty rewards programme for its off-trade customers with Club Peroni.
SGF mini-summit provides insights
Convenience retailers have benefited from a range of insights at the Scottish Grocers’ Federation (SGF) annual mini-summit, which was followed by a general election hustings.
Concern over vapes debate
Vaping industry and convenience channel bosses are calling for a measured approach over planned legislation outlined in the King’s Speech and by politicians at Holyrood.
First legal Tiree whisky in 200 years
The Isle of Tiree Distillery has released its inaugural whisky – the first legal single malt produced on the Hebridean island in more than two centuries.
Celsius unveils sponsorship of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson
Energy drinks brand Celsius has been named as the Official Energy Drinks sponsor of the upcoming Netflix Live Event Heavyweight Match Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson.
Industry warns over alcohol hike
The Scottish Government is considering raising the minimum unit pricing on off-trade alcohol products, raising the prices for consumers.


































