Armstrong to host SG Awards 2019

The biggest night of the year for the Scottish convenience retailing industry, the Scottish Grocer Awards, is just a few weeks away and there are plenty of reasons to get excited for this year’s event
pack shot MugShot MAX

Mug Shot launches new MAX range

Mug Shot has launched its MAX range of pasta and noodle pots, featuring bold flavours like Mac & Cheese and Sundried Tomato & Chorizo. Aimed at younger, active consumers, the range offers quick, tasty meals. The launch includes a social media campaign and a competition, available in Asda stores.
Pack shots of Doritos A Minecraft Movie promotion with the Ghast BBQ flavour, Chilli Heatwave and Creeper Vinegar.

Doritos goes square for new Minecraft movie promotion

Tortilla chips brand Dortios has teamed up with A Minecraft Movie with a new on-pack prize giveaway along with two new character-inspired flavours.

The giant c-stores

BRITISH shopping habits are changing and shoppers are increasingly shopping ‘little and often’ for c-store-sized basket loads. But that doesn’t mean they’re always...
Scottish Grocer Awards 2020

Get ready for the biggest event in Scottish retailing

The search is on. Scottish Grocer is calling on the nation’s retailers to shout about the fantastic work they do on a daily basis .
Photograph of Liz Truss speaking outside of no 10 downing street

Energy price cap for businesses announced

The new Government Energy Bill Relief Scheme will cap the wholesale component of gas and electricity prices for businesses this winter.

A West End debut

Opened in November last year, the family-owned Shop Local in Byres Road is something new for Glasgow’s West End – and something new from...
Shoplifting is rising in Scotland.

Police Scotland Retail Crime Taskforce welcomed

The Scottish Retail Consortium has welcomed the launch of Police Scotland’s Retail Crime Taskforce and Action Plan – set up using £3million of Scottish Government funding.

McCain drives support for McDonald’s charity

McCain Foods has marked 35 years of the Ronald McDonald House Charities UK with massive donations to help take some stress out of families' challenging times.

Cù Bòcan unveils Creation 6

Cù Bòcan has unveiled the latest launch with its Creation #6 which has been matured in both a PX sherry cask as well as Jamaican Rum.
BAT is calling for a retail licence to sell vapes – similar to one for alcohol and tobacco.

BAT urges regulation over vapes

British American Tobacco is pushing the UK Government to introduce new legislation for the vaping industry to avoid an outright ban on disposables.

Scotland’s top brands: 8. Malcolm Allan

Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home food and drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brand No.8 – Malcolm Allan.
Lactalis has ensured that the firm's Scottish cheeses highlight their provenance.

Scottish cheese brands promote provenance

Working with retailers to make the most of the Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight is absolutely critical for its brands from north of the border, say bosses at cheese maker Lactalis UK & Ireland.
A can of Tennent's Bavarian Pilsner stands next to a four-pack of the beer on a table.

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.
Cadbury Dairy Milk tablet bars and Cadbury Dairy Milk Buttons with the Win a Day to Remember promotion seen on packs.

Win a Day to Remember in biggest giveaway from Cadbury ever

Mondelēz International has kicked off its biggest ever on-pack giveaway for the Cadbury brand to help further build on the brand's 200th birthday celebrations.
Yazoo has expanded to include new PMP formats for its Thick N’ Creamy drinks.

Friesland Campina pushes new Yazoo PMPs

Friesland Campina has been explaining why new PMP formats for its trusted Yazoo brand of milk drinks could prove popular with savvy shoppers.