Fodilicious founder Lauren Leisk has shouted out the brand's revamped Cookie Buttons.

Scottish firms’ new sweet offerings

Two Scottish brands - Fodilicious and Gin Bothy - have been highlighting their latest products that c-store retailers might want to stock.

Pork Farms packs in the protein

Pork Farms, best known for its range of pork pies, has entered into the meat snacking category as The Compleat Food Group grows the brand in the market.

McColl’s signs up to Healthy Living

HEALTHY produce will step into the spotlight in over 100 McColl’s stores in Scotland as the group signs on to the Scottish Grocers Federation’s Healthy Living Programme.
TV ad for Butterkist featuring a pile of popcorn in a red room with the Butterkist logo in the centre.

Butterkist pops on the small screen

Popcorn brand Butterkist is set to sponsor the film programming on Channel 4, including during the key Halloween and Christmas seasonal periods.

Raising up whiskies for Father’s Day

Be sure to stick to the winning options this Father's Day with an expansive range of whiskies, including sure-fire winners and new additions.
A bottle of GlenAllachie Meikle Tòir Turbo 2024 Edition rests against a wooden floor.

GlenAllachie grows Meikle Tòir series with The Turbo

The GlenAllachie Distillers Company has strengthened its Meilke Tòir series of whiskies with the launch of the limited edition The Turbo 2024.
Images of David Lonsdale, director of the Scottish Retail Consortium, and Pete Cheema, chief executive at the Scottish Grocers' Federation.

Business groups’ plea for rates relief in Scottish Budget

Members from across convenience have sent a co-signed letter to Scotland's finance secretary urging for rates relief on retail stores in the Scottish Budget.
Co-op doubles paid leave to 10 days for pregnancy loss

Co-op doubles paid leave to 10 days for pregnancy loss

Co-op doubles paid leave to 10 days for pregnancy loss.

Mud House offers a taste of adventure

Accolade Wines brand Mud House is offer 15 consumers the chance to win a luxury getaway with global wine brand Mud House wines.
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Police appeal for retailer assistance

Retailers are being asked to support a police crackdown on those who purchase alcohol for under-18s .
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A warm welcome for the latest guidance

The administrator for the deposit return scheme in Scotland, Circularity Scotland, has said the latest government guidance will significantly reduce the cost of the scheme for the industry and consumers.

Election: Industry calls for “frictionless trade”

Retail associations have called on the Prime Minister to push for frictionless trade with the EU, following his election victory.
Ueshima Coffee Company Pour Over Coffee Bags box with a sachet of the coffee bag next to it with a pile of books on a wooden table.

Ueshima Pours Over new Coffee Bags

Japanese coffee brand Ueshima Coffee Company has unveiled innovative new Pour Over Coffee Bags, aiming to deliver filter-style coffee experience.

Edinburgh-based bakery Saltire Patisserie walks off with Diet & Health Award at Food and...

Scottish bakery Saltire Patisserie was the winner of FDF Awards’ Diet & Health Award for its initiative to reduce salt content in its wholemeal bloomers and bagels.

Fruit-tella Sticks to expansion with Berries & Cherry

Global confectioner Perfetti Van Melle has expanded on the Fruit-tella Berries & Cherry variant with a new on-the-go Stick format pack.

Swinney must support the retail sector

John Swinney, new First Minister of Scotland, has been urged to support the country's retail sector following yet another dip in the total footfall figures.