Bradley Scanes, former Formula One coach, stands holding a bottle of champagne in one hand and a trophy in the other.

Bradley Scanes takes on director role at AG Barr

Former Formula One coach, Bradley Scanes, has been appointed as the new people performance director at AG Barr to embed positive habits across the business.
A person is lifting out a pack of cigarettes from a drawer at the back of a shop.

Inflation creeps upwards at end of 2025

An increase in tobacco duty and food prices saw the overall inflation figure creep upwards at the tail end of 2025, according to the Office for National Statistics.
Scottish Grocers' Federation chief executive Pete Cheema.

Exasperation over DRS chaos

Scotland's convenience channel leaders have been speaking up as the future of the proposed Deposit Return Scheme hangs in the balance.
Bars of Divine Chocolate with the 2026 redesign are stacked against boxes to showcase the new looks. There are pieces of chocolate next to the bars and the background is an orange colour with a blue foreground.

Divine Chocolate unveils refreshed new look

Fairtrade chocolate brand Divine Chocolate has unveiled a brand new design for the range, with a focus on the people and locations that go into making the bars.

SGF pushes back on judicial review claims

Trade association says speculation is factually incorrect THE Scottish Grocers’ Federation has said it is not currently pursuing a judicial review into the Scottish Government's...
Pack shot of Ristorante Grande Margherita Formaggi.

Grande offer from Ristorante pizza

Frozen pizza brand Ristorante has launched two new sharing size pizza formats with its new Grande range in Margherita Formaggi and Pepperoni variants.
Retailer Girish Jeeva has expanded his Snappy Shopper delivery service from his Premier store in Barmulloch, Glasgow.

24-hour delivery service arrives in Scotland

Innovative retailer Girish Jeeva is introducing the first 24-hour delivery service from a convenience store in Scotland.
Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes addresses the FDF Scotland Parliamentary reception.

Scottish food and drink industry brings £5.2billion to table

Food and drink production contributes £5.2billion to the Scottish economy, according to an FDF report showing the importance of the sector.

Glen Scotia partners up for Campbeltown Whisky Festival

Glen Scotia has teamed up with three of Scotland's top travel influencers helping to show off the 'Journey to Campbeltown' ahead of Campbeltown Malts Festival.

FM seeks disposable vapes ban

Humza Yousaf has announced there will be a consultation on a potential ban on selling single-use disposable vapes following concerns over underage vapers.

Asda begins forecourt rollout

Asda has began it rollout of its acquired Co-op forecourt sites with the opening of 11 new convenience stores with petrol pumps across the UK.

UK DRS delayed to 2027

The UK Government has delayed the UK-wide go live date for the deposit return scheme to October 2027 marking a delay of two years.

Store franchise to head north?

TESCO-owned convenience store operator and franchise operation One Stop is remaining tight-lipped on rumours that it could be about to extend its franchise scheme...
Pack shots of Cadbury Dairy Milk Creamy Advent Calendar, Cadbury Puds Minis and Oreo Gingerbread.

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.
A bottle of Mossburn Speyside Single Malt 12 YO Domaine Dupont Calvados Cask Finish stands in an apple orchard.

Mossburn builds collaboration with Calvados finish

Regional whisky distiller Mossburn has launched its new collaborative blend with the Normandy-based Calvados producer Domaine Dupont.
Colin Smith presenting

Support for wholesale

THE Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA) has welcomed the roll out of a new £5 million fund to support Scottish food and drink wholesalers affected by the Covid-19 pandemic