MARKET NEWS | 6 brand new products available in April
Scottish Grocer takes a look at what is available to stores across the Scottish convenience retail channel for the month ahead.
Calls for NI style scheme
The Northern Ireland Executive has confirmed plans to increase funding for a high street stimulus scheme, renewing calls for a similar scheme to be introduced in Scotland
Converting the estate
Morrisons has outlined plans to convert the majority of its McColls stores to the Morrisons Daily format.
Baileys offers a Mint of a new Easter egg
Irish chocolatier Lir Chocolates has expanded on its Baileys Chocolate range for Easter with the launch of the Baileys Mint Chocolate Easter Egg.
Terry’s unveils new Mint Chocolate Toothpaste
Dentists and children across the UK are set to rejoice as beloved British chocolate brand Terry's unveils its first Chocolate Mint Toothpaste.
STG aims to cover the gantries
STG UK is urging retailers to be prepared for new tobacco legislations which are set to come in to force at the start of next year.
Mondelēz decks the halls in Cadbury Christmas range
Mondelēz International has unwrapped its festive selection for the Christmas period 2024, featuring returning festive favourites and new additions.
Bestway’s great rebate returns
Bestway Wholesale is reintroducing its Great Rebate initiative for customers from April. The scheme, which is now in its second year, aims to increase...
DRS: debate intensifies
The debate over a proposed deposit return scheme for Scotland has continued to rumble on over the past month, with trade associations now split...
Whitebox ramps up global expansion
Edinburgh-based RTD brand Whitebox Cocktails has set its sights on the global market with its new partnership with worldwide marketing firm Aritsan Spirits.
St Pierre loafs it onto the small screen in campaign
Premium bakery brand St Pierre is set to make its television debut as the brand unveils the new key visuals for its above-the-line marketing campaign.
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...
Mentos builds impulse sales with Feeling Berry Good single pack
Confectionery brand Mentos has unveiled a new single roll format for its Feeling Berry Good flavour following its sharing bag launch in 2025.
Allwyn takes over the National Lottery
Allwyn Entertainment officially takes over the running of the National Lottery today – and promises that retailers will be central to its plans for growth.
Convenience in brief | The latest news in the sector
Scottish Grocer takes a look at the Scottish convenience sector and brings together three news stories covering recent events.
The prize is right
The Scottish Grocer Awards once again recognised the hard work found across the convenience sector.
