ScotGov sets licence renewal at £50

£50 PLH fee confirmed SCOTTISH retailers will need to pay £50 to renew their personal licence, the Scottish Government has confirmed. Previously, there had been a...
Bottles of The Antiquary whisky are lined up on a bar featuring the 15 Year Old, 21 Year Old and 30 Year Old. Along with these bottles, there are smaller sample bottles for blending as well as whisky glasses to serve in with unlabelled whisky sample bottles on shelves behind the bar.

The Antiquary rolls out whisky gift ideas for Father’s Day

Highland distiller Tomatin has rolled out a trio of whisky suggestions for Father's Day this year from its blended whisky brand The Antiquary.
Lidl store, Scotland

Lidl plans new distribution site in major Scottish drive

LIDL plans to more than double the size of its distribution facilities in Scotland by 2016 and to open at least three new stores...
bin full of plastic

Deposit return is delayed to 2022

THE launch date for deposit return has been pushed back to the spring of 2022. New regulations, published last month as the coronavirus crisis ramped up, have postponed the implementation of DRS. Deposit return was initially slated for a 1 April 2021 launch date.
The limited-edition Glidin RTD from Wha Gwan.

Market News | Wha Gwan, Biona, Jammie Dodgers, Funkin Cocktails

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

New licensing powers on vapes hailed as a victory

The UK Government has unveiled new licensing powers for England, Wales and Northern Ireland as part of its updated Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
Republic Technologies' eco-friendly OCB range is a strong category performer, says the firm.

Broaden tobacco accessories range, says Republic Technologies

Retailers who offer tobacco accessories shoppers a broad range of products are benefiting most from the continued growth of the £35million Scottish market, says Republic Technologies UK.
Food and Drink Federation Scotland chief executive David Thomson.

Support for the sector is demanded of the new FM

Food and Drink Federation Scotland has demanded more support for producers in Scotland as food inflation breaks a new record high.
The special-edition Sour Patch Kids Monster Heads seasonal Halloween innovation features “Big Kids” jelly pieces in spooky monster-head shapes.

Mondelēz International unveils Halloween line-up

Snacks and confectionery giant Mondelēz International has revealed details of its Halloween 2026 goodies – including a limited-edition Sour Patch Kids Monster Heads NPD.
Lifestyle image of Gravity Drinks Pumpkin Potion featuring two of the liqueurs, one of which is on its side.

Gravity Drinks brews a new Pumpkin Potion

Themed drinks producer Gravity Drinks has unveiled its latest offer for the Halloween season with its new Pumpkin Potion tropical vodka liqueur.
Pack shots of Cathedral City Our Mature Cheddar, Davidstow Cornwall Crackler Cheddar and Country Life Salted Butter.

Saputo Dairy products awarded a Royal Warrant

Dairy products firm Saputo Dairy UK has received a Royal Warrant from His Majesty The King, having previously held a Royal Warrant from Queen Elizabeth II.
Pack shots of Barrat Sweet Shop Super Mario Galaxy sweets.

Barratt unveils Super Mario Galaxy collaboration

Barratt Sweet Shop has unveiled its new collaboration with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie with new limited edition packs of sweets.
Life style image of a Funkin Cocktails Irn-Bru Vodka Martini can with the drink served in a martini glass next to it.

Funkin and Irn-Bru partner on new cocktail

Funkin' Cocktail and Irn-Bru have teamed up to deliver a unique, limited edition ready-to-drink cocktail serve to drive up growth in the RTD category.

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TOMRA says its RVM machines are ideal for c-stores
SWA chief executive Colin Smith wants the Scottish Government to provide support for members to achieve their net-zero emissions targets.

SWA has bold net-zero goal

The Scottish Wholesale Association has set out ambitious plans to reach net-zero emissions by 2040 – and is calling on ScotGov to provide financial help for its members.
Pack shots of Popworks snacks including Sweet & Salty and Sweet BBQ with an on-pack promotion for Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy.

Popworks unveils Bridget Jones packs for new film

Snacks brand Popworks has rolled out its first ever on-pack promotion in partnership with upcoming rom-com film Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy.