Plain packs bill in 18 months
THE Scottish Government plans to press ahead with its own legislation to introduce standardised packaging on tobacco products.
Justice for Scottish postmasters delayed
New legislation set to be introduced today will exonerate postmasters south of the border as Scotland confirms its own law could be on the way.
Challenging start to trading year
Industry chiefs are warning retailers of challenging economic times ahead as figures from the Scottish Retail Consortium show there was a disappointing finish to 2023 for store bosses.
Drinks register ticks the boxes
Scottish Wholesale welcomes new regulation
PRESIDENT of the Scottish Wholesale Association Eddie Lynagh has told the organisation’s members that the new Alcohol Wholesale Registration Scheme...
The Irn-Bru Snowman is back
The new ad brings Scottish consumers the next chapter in a tale of festive flight and increasingly frosty relations
Easter treats from World of Sweets
As Easter weekend is early this year, retailers should stock up as soon as possible to make sure they can offer their customers a wide variety of celebratory products, say bosses from World of Sweets, which has a range of new products.
Join us in green revolution plea
Scotland’s £12.4bn food and drink industry urged to combine sustainability with economic growth
A set of green “ambitions” designed to make Scotland’s food and...
Penguins are not just black and white, they’re also caramel!
McVitie's is launching a caramel version of its classic Penguin biscuit.
Charitable calls
Community retailer Scotmid is looking for its next charity partner for 2023-24 to help fundraise and build support for a local cause.
Takis unveils new flavour with Intense Nacho
Viral snacking sensation Takis has introduced its first non-spicy snack to its range with the launch of Intense Nacho flavour.
Build up energy drinks for summer, says Red Bull
Energy drinks giant Red Bull offers advice to convenience retailers on how to ensure shoppers can easily get what they want in the category.
Rizla rolls back the clock this Christmas
imperial Brands has unveiled the latest limited-edition Vintage pack design for Rizla rolling papers, in a bid to drive up RYO sales this Christmas.
Nando’s brings a Peri twist to Ketchup
Restaurant chain Nando's has expanded on its retail condiment sauce offer with the launch of its new Nando's PERi-Ketchup sauce.
Supermarket deal comes under fire
Westminster raises competition concerns
SGF publishes retailer guide to MUP
The SGF and the Scottish Government have published a new guide for retailers to assist in the transition to the new minimum unit price.
Franklin & Sons adapts to changing tastes
As consumers' tastes shift in the spirits market, so too will their desire for the mixers that come with them and Franklin & Sons reckons it can meet this.
