A VARS Technology stands with its signage behind a table that has a computer screen showing examples of drive-offs happening at forecourt stations.

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.
Retailers should ensure the value offer matches consumers' demands, says Imperial Tobacco's Tom Gully.

Value counts across nicotine, says Imperial Tobacco

Demand for value remains a key trend across the nicotine category as shoppers continue to feel the pinch of the cost-of-living crisis – and Imperial Tobacco reckons it has the right range for consumers.
Mars Wrigley Airwaves 'Ride the Airwaves' OOH billboard with a man who has wind blowing in his face with a bubble next to him that says 'Chewing Airwaves Shakes up your Senses'.

Airwaves chewing gum brings a kick to the senses with new campaign

Chewing gum brand Airwaves is set to bring a kick to consumers' sense with its new OOH campaign, highlighting the brand's intense menthol kick it is known for.

Kenco rolls out new Millicano coffee flavours

Major coffee brand Kenco has strengthened its Millicano range of instant coffee with three new barista-style launches, inclusive of a Cadbury team up.

Holyrood set to extend ID

THE Scottish Government has named the additional forms of ID that will be acceptable in shops and pubs after 1 October. Until now the only...
New Scotmid Co-op chief executive Karen Scott has thanked predecessor John Brodie, who has now retired.

Scotmid weathers the storms

Scotmid Co-op has delivered an improved trading performance despite the dismal summer weather dampening customer footfall and continuing economic uncertainty.

Golden Wonder banks on the value of PMPs

Tayto Group aims to bring value to consumers' snacking needs with its range of £1 PMP sharing pack options including some new launches.
National Lottery resurrects iconic gold hand and “It Could Be You!” strapline

National Lottery resurrects iconic gold hand and ‘It Could Be You!’ strapline

The “It Could Be You!” strapline was first used when the National Lottery was launched in 1994.
Coca-Cola has a festive Santa design across a variety of cans and bottles.

Holidays are coming with Coca-Cola

Christmas magic is on its way to stores once again as Coca-Cola Europacific Partners' (CCEP) festive activations return for this year – and the soft drinks giant has been explaining why it believes its brands are must stocks for 2024.
Pack shots of f'real Chocolate Orange.

f’real shakes up autumn with Chocolate Orange flavour

Self-serve milkshake brand f'real has built up its offer in time for the incoming colder autumn months with its new Chocolate Orange variant.
Picture of a convenience store's alcohol section.

Alcohol prices fall in latest ONS inflation data

While month-to-month inflation remained stagnant, alcohol and food costs saw a dip according to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics.

Market News | Olbas, Giffard Liqueurs, Eden Mill, Nairn’s

Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.

Digital retail and rising costs lead to job losses

SRC claims public policy and evolving marketplace hurting employment THE Scottish Retail Consortium has warned that rising costs driven by public policy — and a...
Pack shots of Casillero del Diablo Zero Sparkling Wine.

Casillero del Diablo launches Zero alcohol sparkling wine

Chilean wine brand Casillero del Diablo has launched a Zero alcohol sparking wine variant in time for those shoppers looking to moderate this Christmas season.
Scottish Government Deputy First Minister and Finance Secretary Shona Robison.

Call for Scottish business rates freeze

Some 35 leading industry bodies have jointly written to Scottish Government Deputy First Minister and Finance Secretary Shona Robison asking her to freeze business rates in 2024-25.
man holding flaming frying pan

Show’s hotly anticipated

A leading Scottish showcase for food, drink, hospitality, retail and tourism is set to return following a four-year break due to the Covid pandemic. ScotHot23, billed as a must-attend event for all professionals involved in the sectors, will take place at the SEC in Glasgow on 8 and 9 March.