The scale of Scotland’s illicit vape trade
A new report has found that nearly 16,000 illicit vape devices were seized in Scotland last year, highlighting the scale of the illegal trade in the country.
United for the future in retail
It's been another strong year for United Wholesale Grocers (UWG) Ltd as the firm looks to the future of the convenience industry.
World of Sweets teams up with Vicky McClure’s Our Dementia Choir
World of Sweets has marked the 130th anniversary of Bonds of London with its new share bags in partnership with Vicky McClure's Our Dementia Choir.
Juice Burst gets brand revamp
The Juice Burst Drinks Co. – formerly Purity Soft Drinks – has launched a £1million campaign as part of a refresh of its Juice Burst brand and launched a new Juice Burst Quench range to drive growth in chilled juice and attract a new generation of shoppers.
SG special feature: Estonian DRS
With the Scottish Government now committed to introducing a returns scheme, Scottish Grocer headed out to Estonia with some top retailers
Awards Profile – Sustainability Champion of the Year
Sustainability and community is at the heart of everything that Armadale Stores does, from its food to its bags.
Confectionery set to check out?
Holyrood invites stores to take sweets and drinks off the tills
THE Scottish Government has again said it wants retailers to take all confectionery...
Cadbury unveils new Dairy Milk Iced Latte flavour
British chocolate brand Cadbury is set to turn up the cool for the summer with the launch of its new Cadbury Dairy Milk Iced Latte flavour.
Convenience in brief | Talysis, AI, Avens
Scottish Grocer highlights three stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Talysis, Ingredient Communications and Avens Retail.
Heineken offers advice on cider category
Cider is big business in the UK, with NIQ data showing the category was worth £1.1billion last year, as it provides an all-year-round opportunity for convenience retailers, says Heineken UK.
Considering your auto enrolment options
Thousands of small shops will soon be required to set up auto enrolment pensions for their workers. There are many pension providers – including...
VB Distribution approved for vaping products duty
Nicotine products distributor VB Distribution has secured HMRC approval under the Vaping Products Duty scheme ahead of it going live.
Flipz unveils new format and returning prize promo
Snacks brand Flipz has unveiled a new 39g grab and go pack as its 'Grab a Grand' on-pack promotion returns for the fourth year running.
Ben & Jerry’s launches a Rhapsody of flavour options
Ice cream brand Ben & Jerry's has announced the return of its Bohemian Raspberry flavour in partnership with UK rock band Queen, alongside a new Sundae option.
Overprovision for cigarettes
ScotGov unveils new tobacco proposals
Ink by Grant Burge wine dips into Halloween with new Shiraz
Premium wine brand Ink by Grant Burge has rolled out a wicked new Halloween limited edition for Barossa Ink Shiraz with Barossa Blood Ink Shiraz.
