Gumi Yum expands with new share bags
Confectionery firm World of Sweets has expanded on its listings for the Gumi Yum brand with two new sharing pack variants of the sweets range.
Euro round for pricing fight
Court of Justice set to hear Scottish MUP arguments
THE battle over proposed minimum pricing of alcohol in Scotland moves to the European Court of...
Fee increase for Postmasters
POST Officer retailers are set to receive a 10% increase in commission payouts by 2021.
Following a six-month review, the Post Office announced it will...
McColl’s group to come to market
CONVENIENCE store and newsagent chain McColl’s Retail Group is to float on the London Stock Exchange.
The company aims to complete an initial public offering...
Hidden Sea reveals a new look
Premium Australian wine brand Hidden Sea has unveiled a new look across its UK range aiming to highlight its commitment to ocean health.
VARS Technology awarded DVLA access to combat drive-offs
VARS Technology has received special accreditation that will allow it to perform digital requests to the DVLA records to aid in the recovery of fuel costs following drive offs.
Chupa Chups counts down with new Advent Calendar
Confectionery brand Chupa Chups has unveiled its new advent calendar, complete with 24 daily surprises throughout the advent season.
Appeal to the pet shop buys
Petcare is a category where convenience retailers really can drive up profits, as it outperforms FMCG as a whole and shoppers are prepared to splash out on quality goods, according to Mars.
Masks off on 18 April
THE legal requirement to wear face coverings in Scottish shops will end on 18 April – subject to clinical advice – the First Minister...
Awards Profile – Best New Store
Scottish Grocer caught up with Broughton Market Edinburgh owner Yommana Crombie and manager Wayne Anderson after the shop won the Best New Store honours at the 2022 Scottish Grocer Awards.
Pringles unveils new Flame Grilled Steak flavour
Sharing crisps brand Pringles is set to fire up the category this winter as it launches its Flame Grilled Steak flavour exclusively to the convenience channel.
Value is crucial for pet owners, says Feedwell
Feedwell reckons that more pet owners are becoming savvy to cost savings and that retailers should cater further to this with larger pack formats.
Push for a ban on promotions
ScotGov ramps up the obesity rhetoric
An Enchanted touch for spring cleaning with new Mrs Hinch range
Social media star Mrs Hinch has teamed up with Procter & Gamble cleaning brands once again to unveil the latest spring collection scent Enchanted Wildflowers.
Haribo brings a new Z!ng
Haribo is set to drive up the demand for more sour sweets with the launch of its new Soda Twist Z!ng offering a nostalgic flavour with a tangy sensation.
Fire up extra BBQ season sales
Savoury snacks firm Tayto Group and salad brand Florette have both been highlighting how convenience retailers can make the most of link-up sales during the barbecue season.
