Sodastream looks to inspire the day

Sodastream has teamed up with an artist and neuroscientist to help stimulate consumers minds and encourage more productive daydreams.
Ueshima Coffee Latte cans stand on a marble table with the Latte variant on the left and Matcha Latte on the right.

Ueshima Coffee rolls with a Latte innovations

Ueshima Coffe Company has brought its canned Latte iced coffee variants to UK markets for the first time, aiming to offer a balanced choice this summer.
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.
Make the most of colder nights in through biscuit solutions, says Walker's Shortbread.

Walkers brings the cosier night in

Walker's Shortbread is looking to warm up those colder nights in during the winter months with an inviting selection of biscuits to cosy up with.
Promotional image for new KA Karnival Twist drinks featuring a 500ml bottle format and 2 litre format.

Barr brings a Caribbean twist in new KA drinks

Barr Soft Drinks is helping to bring a Caribbean Twist to the offering this summer with the launch of its new limited edition KA Karnival Twist drinks.

Is another delay in store for DRS?

Media reports over a potential delay to the UK-wide go-live date for the deposit return scheme as little information about the scheme has been forthcoming.
Chancellor George Osborne

Minimum wage could jump 11%

SUBSTANTIAL increases in the rate of the national minimum wage over the next two years look likely after chancellor of the exchequer George Osborne...
Morrisons is testing a ban on sales of energy drinks to under-16s.

Grocer to test energy age restriction

SUPERMARKET chain Morrisons is to test a ban on sales of energy drinks to under-16s in six stores.
One of Scotmid’s premium fresh-led stores

Scotmid feels the cold as sales slip

EDINBURGH-based co-operative Scotmid saw sales and profit slip in the first six months of its trading year, compared to the same period last year,...

Time to get them in

The 2015 Scottish Grocer Awards was one of the best ever with an impressive list of established entrants and many great new contestants, and...
Multipacks remain a strong addition to the cider section across convenience, says Kopparberg.

Kopparberg pushes multipacks for convenience

Swedish cider firm Kopparberg reckons it’s a no-brainer then that a strong range of cider options – especially multipacks – should be the order of the day as retailers look to prepare ahead for the incoming sun.

Getting a head start

Retailers Dennis and Linda Williams explain what they have been doing to prepare for the arrival of Aldi Broadway Convenience Store Premier retailers Dennis and Linda...
Anas Sarwar MSP and leader of Scottish Labour party.

Scottish Labour pledges support for convenience

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has called for fresh leadership to support the economy ahead of his talk at the SGF annual conference.
Pack shots of the 2025 design for Golden Wonder crisps including an impulse pack Salt & Vinegar, 6 pack multipack of Chip Shop Curry, 6 pack multipack of Cheese & Onion and a £1 Share Bag of Salt & Chilli Chicken.

Golden Wonder unveils a crisp new look across packs

Scotland-born crisps brand Golden Wonder has unveiled a major packaging refresh for the first time in a decade along with some new permanent flavour additions.
Dundee’s The Yard awarded £10,000 from SPAR Scotland as part of its national Community Cashback campaign

Dundee’s The Yard wins £10k from Spar’s Community Cashback campaign

Dundee’s The Yard has been awarded £10,000 from SPAR Scotland as part of its national Community Cashback campaign. The specialist charity creates play opportunities...
Suntory Beverage & Food is running its popular Win the Weekend competition again.

Retailers’ chance to win with drinks firms

Both Suntory Beverage & Food and Coca-Cola Europacific Partners are giving c-store retailers the chance to win in competitions they are running.