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Competition concerns over Sainsbury’s Asda deal

Competition watchdog launches investigation
Pack shots of Lenor Crease Releaser in travel-size bottles including Exotic Bloom & Moonlight Lily, Spring Awakening and Jasmine Red Berries.

Lenor is on the go for Crease Releaser range

Lenor has launched a new travel size format for its Crease Releaser range as the brand aims to alleviate the consumer stress of travelling.
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PM’s warm reception

Industry leaders have welcomed the appointment of Rishi Sunak as the new prime minister, in the hopes it will lead to some market stabilisation.
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Big step forward in fight against retail crime

Daniel Johnson MSP formally lodges Protection of Workers bill SHOPWORKERS could receive new protection under the law if MSPs back a bill that has been...
Heineken UK 'Meet the Chillers' promotion featuring people in Halloween fancy dress holding drinks from the Heineken UK portfolio.

Heineken unveils chilling Halloween campaign

Heineken UK has kicked off its new promotion for the Halloween season 'Meet the Chillers' offering retailers POS materials and a chance to win branded outfits.
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Celebrate saint with a range of options

Occasions encourage consumers to pick up on products that fit the day, spelling good news for all Irish products on St Patrick’s Day.

Edinburgh Gin with Izzard on the Fringe

Edinburgh Gin has launched the latest limited edition gin in its Edinburgh Gin Presents initiative with comedian Suzy Eddie Izzard.

Time is ticking on DRS deadline

Humza Yousaf has given the Prime Minister until the end of the day to allow the inclusion of glass in the deposit return scheme or it could be scrapped.
The winners of the Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards take to the stage to celebrate their success.

Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards provide inspiration

Scottish convenience retailers looking to promote the nation's produce in-store should check out the winners of last night's Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards.

Simpson drinks bill rejected

THE attempt to introduce a wide series of new measures designed to further restrict alcohol sales and marketing looks likely to fail after a...
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Middle ground feels the heat

Waitrose and discounters take share from giants as symbols and independents edge down in tough fight THE big four supermarkets’ battle for the middle ground...
Bottles of milk-based drinks lined up in a chiller shelf.

Soft drinks levy charges to change

The UK Government has announced changes to how the sugar tax levy will be applied to soft drinks and has removed the exemption on milk-based drinks as well.
A can of Buckingham Palace Ready to Drink Dry Gin & Tonic stands next to a balloon glass with the serve inside with lemon peel and ice. The pair sit on a wooden table with greenery in the background.

Buckingham Palace enters the RTD cocktail market with new Royal Collection Gin & Tonic...

The Royal Collection Trust, a department of the Royal Household, has introduced its new Buckingham Palace Gin & Tonic in a Tin as a new addition to its gin range.

The fight goes on

Council committee votes for Aldi development despite hundreds of objections No retail assessment and housing need ignored, says city MSP Dennis and Linda say they’re...
The new hi-tech Petrotec AXON range follows on from the Hellonext EV brand.

Petroassist UK offers forecourt retailers fuel solutions

Petroassist UK has been highlighting to forecourt retailers the benefits of the hi-tech fuel solutions offered by Petrotec with its AXON range and Hellonext EV brand.
Tarajit Singh Dhillon, head of retail at Nisa, sits at a desk.

Nisa appoints new head of retail

Independent retail specialist Taranjit Singh Dhillon has been appointed as the new head of retail at Nisa, bringing a wealth of knowledge to the symbol.