World of Sweets adds in fizzy solutions for novelty confections
Confectionery distribution firm World of Sweets has added two new lines from the Sweet Bandit range to its depots, offering more novelty sweets.
Imperial Brands offers tobacco accessories advice
Imperial Brands reckons there are 4.5million roll-your-own smokers in the UK and the firm has been offering advice on how convenience retailers can make the most of the substantial sales opportunity.
Working for a fake-free future
INDUSTRY groups the Scottish Grocers’ Federation and the Scottish Wholesale Association joined forces with the Scottish Anti-Illicit Trade Group to take a message about...
Franchise deal is a major shift
Independent retailers offered chance to trade as Co-op for the first time
Olbas let’s you breathe easy on winter sales
Lanes Health has highlighted its Olbas range of remedies as being good for c-store retailers to stock to help customers suffering with winter colds.
Fife Creamery invests in community
Dairy firm and wholesaler Fife Creamery has introduced defibrillators at its Kirkcaldy site for the benefit of staff and visitors.
Coca-Cola spreads festive joy in Christmas 2025 giveaway
Drinks giant CCEP is set to bring some extra festive joy to consumers with a new on-pack promotion as part of its Christmas marketing activity.
Strongbow gets Ultra ambitious
Drinks giant Heineken UK has launched a new Strongbow variant – called Ultra Apple – which it says will keep the cider category buoyant for the future.
Facing up to customer contact – by the book
Costcutter has been piloting social media and now it’s ready to roll
FOLLOWING what it says has been a successful pilot scheme Costcutter is rolling...
Hipflask Spirits lines up in Morrisons
Award-winning spirits brand Hipflask Spirits has made its way to Morrisons stores across Scotland for the first time, with listings in six stores.
Tennent’s opens up ‘The Vault’ for new Bavarian Pilsner launch
Tennent's has marked its 140th anniversary year with the launch of the Tennent's Vault series that has kicked off with its new Bavarian Pilsner.
Retailers Against Crime highlight scourge at seminar
Retailers Against Crime shared insights and intelligence with retailers in the Edinburgh area as part of a briefing to help crack down on crime.
Spar launches new 1kg Pick ‘N’ Mix sweets
New Pick 'N' Mix confectionery bags have rolled out to select Spar stores across Scotland, England and Wales, offering consumers a nostalgic sweet hit.
Nestlé unveils its Easter line-up for 2025
Confectionery giant Nestlé has unveiled a host of new treats for the Easter season this year, complete with new additions and returning fan favourites.
Licence renewal will be ‘disaster’
Lawyer says process should be delayed
Gosh! expands on vegetarian Street Food with new Bites
Plant based food brand Gosh! has expanded on its Street Food range with the addition of new Aloo Tikki Bites and Katsu Bites.




































