Jitka Fleglova, community engagement manager at Go Forth Stirling.

Convenience in brief | Stirling, UWS and CSG news

Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Go Forth Stirling, UWS and ShopMate, and Company Shop Group.
Exterior image of Premier Girish's @ Barmulloch and a photo of Girish Jeeva, owner of the store.

Girish’s Barmulloch store is set to change to Costcutter

Premier Girish's @ Barmulloch is set to change fascia this month as Girish has announced he will be moving to the Costcutter symbol for the store.

Retail Game Changers: Imperial Brands

Scottish Grocer shines a spotlight on the Retail Game Changers and highlights those women making a real difference to the convenience channel.
The IQOS Iluma has overtaken the Marlboro cigarette brand for Philip Morris International.

Philip Morris pushes IQOS ahead of vape ban

Philip Morris Limited has been highlighting the firm's heat-not-burn IQOS Iluma device to convenience retailers ahead of the ban on disposable vapes.
Pack shots of Wanta Fanta Xbox cans with Fanta Lemon, Fanta DarkCherry and Fanta Orange that all have characters from videogames on packs across them.

Fanta appeals to gamers with new Dark Cherry flavour

Drinks giant CCEP has unveiled the next step in its 'Wanta Fanta' campaign with the new on-pack promotion with Xbox and the new Dark Cherry flavour.

It’s a cracker!

Aldi and Highland Fine Cheeses join forces to find the cheesiest joke Aldi Scotland and Highland Fine Cheeses have launched a hunt for the nation’s...

Wholesaler call for halt to Tesco-Booker deal

SEVEN of the UK’s leading wholesalers have written a joint letter to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) urging it to block the Tesco-Booker...
Pack shots of Cif Infinite Spray Anti-Bac Apple & Jasmine Spray and Lemon & Aloe Vera Spray.

Cif expands Infinite Clean line with Anti-Bac variants

Cleaning brand Cif has expanded on its Infinite Clean spray range with the rollout of its new Anti-Bac variants which claim to kill 99.9% of bacteria.
Pack shots of Loyd Grossman sauces consisting of Pomodoro & Fresh Basil, Creamy Tomato & Parmigiano Reggiano and Pomodoro, Mascarpone & Wild Garlic.

Loyd Grossman marks 30th anniversary with new premium sauces and trips to Italy

Ambient sauces brand Loyd Grossman has rolled out a new range of premium sauces to mark the brand's 30th anniversary of trading in the UK.
Pack shots of 2026 rebrand for XQS Tropical and Berrynana Twist.

XQS unveils rebrand across entire nicotine pouch range

Nicotine products firm STG UK has introduced a complete rebrand across its XQS nicotine pouch range, delivering strong standout on shelf for the brand.

Allwyn unveils its new Lottery point of sale kit

National Lottery operator Allwyn Entertainment has begun the rollout of its new permanent point of sale kit for National Lottery retailer stores.
Bottles of the Tailored Spirits range against different coloured background.

Tailored Spirits unveils new Experiments to mark landmark year

Independent whisky start-up Tailored Spirits has marked its first anniversary with the launch of four new expressions in its Experimental series.
UWS has identified significant growth initiatives across the business to the benefit of retailers and suppliers.

UWS sets out bold vision for the future

Bosses at United Wholesale Scotland (UWS) have revealed their ambitious plans to grow the business and become the perfect partner for its retailers and suppliers.

Living the local dream

Facing a major challenge when Aldi opens nearby, Dennis and Linda Williams are examining their business, stressing its local character, boosting chilled, offering everyday...
Britvic is running a Pepsi MAX competition for convenience retailers.

Britvic run Pepsi MAX competition for convenience retailers

Britvic is marking the Pepsi rebrand with a Pepsi MAX competition for convenience retailers. Running from 7 February to 1 March, it will reward ambitious retailers and you can find out more here.

HLP is out delivering messages

The Healthy Living Programme has been taking its healthy cooking and wellbeing advice on the road to keep people well informed on the charity's work.