UK Gov considering vape tax
Vaping industry members have warned against a potential rise in tax on vaping products, which the UK Gov is thought to be considering in the Autumn Budget.
Last calls for producers
Producers are urged to sign up to Scotland’s Deposit Return Scheme before its closing date.
Jonathan Kemp joins Radnor Hills board
FMCG industry stalwart Jonathan Kemp, a hugely popular figure in the Scottish convenience channel and known for his time at AG Barr, is joining the board of Welsh-based soft drinks manufacturer Radnor Hills.
Minimum pricing will go ahead
UK Supreme Court rules in favour of Scottish Government policy
MINIMUM unit pricing will go ahead in Scotland following a ruling by the UK Supreme...
Promo ban slammed
Retailers voiced their concerns over proposed promotions restrictions at the latest meeting of the Scottish Parliament Cross Party Group for convenience stores
The Protein Ball Co sets out new marketing stint
Protein-rich snacking brand The Protein Ball Co. has unveiled a new brand positioning following on from some major expansions across the UK and America.
Spar Scotland dances into the summer
Local youth groups benefited from a £500 donation from Spar Scotland as the symbol celebrate the summer holidays at its Garthamlock store.
Scotland’s top brands facing challenge of volatile market
Lesley Ann Gray, strategic lead for Scotland at market research company Kantar - analyses the year for the leading Scottish food and drink brands.
Four Loko launches Hawaii flavour
Launch takes the flavour range of the no1 RTD brand in Scotland to 10
Four Loko has launched a new tropical flavour of its...
MARKET NEWS | 4 brand new products available in May
Scottish Grocer takes a look at what is available to stores across the Scottish convenience retail channel for the month ahead.
Trump tariffs could be a blow for Scotch whisky trade
Tariffs on exports of Scotch Whisky to the US could have a detrimental impact on overall value sales for the industry following on from Trump's 10% tariff.
No deal Brexit brings big costs
Importers would be hit by red tape and tariffs
Over 300 c-stores lost in last year
ACS report reveals fewer shops in Scotland
Scottish Grocer Awards 2017 Winners and Highly Commended finalists
Local retailers from across Scotland were honoured last night at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2017.
The event, the biggest awards programme of its type in...
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Come to the movies with Scottish Grocer
SCOTTISH Grocer is rolling out the red carpet this year as it launches its inaugural Scottish Grocer Goes...
Nearly one in four households struggling
Despite grocery price inflation hitting its lowest rate in over two years, nearly one in four households claim they still are struggling, according to Kantar.
