First legal Tiree whisky in 200 years
The Isle of Tiree Distillery has released its inaugural whisky – the first legal single malt produced on the Hebridean island in more than two centuries.
Government begins crackdown on youth vaping
The UK Government has set out its intentions to crack down on the illegal sales of vaping devices to under 18s with a new review.
Lonkero to take UK market by storm
Finnish alcoholic RTD brand Lonkero is set to launch in the UK for the first time as the brand aims to offer an alternative to beers and ciders this summer.
Market News | Nakd, Tyrells, Weetabix, Trek
Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
MSP highlights retail crime crisis
Labour MSP Daniel Johnson has highlighted the recent rise in retail crime in a letter to the chief constable of Police Scotland that was signed by a number of convenience channel leaders.
Reese’s unwraps its Christmas line up
Peanut butter confectionery brand Reese's has unwrapped its line up for the festive season, complete with its new DJ Santa character on packs.
An app tailored to retail
The Scottish Grocer Awards 2018 also saw the launch of the new Scottish Grocer app.
Scotmid’s life of pie
IS independent co-operative Scotmid going pie-eyed?
The retailer invited brave consumers in some of its stores to ‘try a Fiery Pie’.
The pies, made by baker...
Birds Eye teams up with Tefal to deliver ‘smart cooking’ solutions
Frozen foods brand Birds Eye has teamed up with kitchen appliances manufacturer Tefal to highlight a range of simple to cook and varied mealtime recipes.
Financial impact from vape ban revealed
The UK Government has revealed the extent of costs the incoming disposable ban will have to the economy as its sets out the regulations for England and Wales.
Westminster dumps MUP, no minimum pricing south of the border
Minister says no evidence it would work without penalising responsible drinkers
THE UK government has ruled out minimum unit pricing of alcohol south of the...
SGF Go Local Programme is renewed for another year
The Scottish Grocers' Federation's Go Local Programme has been renewed for another year after securing funding from the Scottish Government.
Irn-Bru strikes Gold in new consumer campaign
Scottish soft drinks brand Irn-Bru has kicked off a one-of-a-kind promotional campaign that offers consumers the chance to win a truly unique prize.
Swizzels rolls out Christmas Squashies
Swizzels has launched its first-ever Christmas-themed pack for its Squashies brand with the new Naughty & Nice sweets to drive up sales this festive season.
Illicit sales fears with upcoming nicotine legislation
Retailers highlight the true issues that could come with upcoming nicotine products legislation, including a massive rise in illicit markets.
Fray Bentos kicks off new Chicken Tikka Match Day Pie
British foods brand Fray Bentos has launched its new Chicken Tikka Match Day Pie as the brand anticipates a summer of wall-to-wall football.







































