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.
Big birthday for Scotmid
Scottish cooperative society celebrates anniversary
SCOTMID is officially celebrating its 160th birthday.
The cooperative society opened its first store on 4 November 1859 in Edinburgh’s Ponton Street,...
Retailer Reality – the illicit nicotine trade
Convenience retailers from across central Scotland have spoken of an explosion in the illicit nicotine trade and criticised the authorities for failing to act.
Spar Scotland Raises the Bar
CJ Lang & Son's Spar Scotland Tradeshow made its return in Aviemore once again this year with a show that helped to raise the bar of convenience in Scotland.
Love Drinks brings Kiyomi Rum to UK
Love Drinks aims to cover the rising demand for Asian drinks and rum in the off-trade with the launch of Kiyomi Rum to the UK market.
Rates chaos is averted
A CONTROVERSIAL plan to hand over control of business rates to local authorities has been quashed at the Scottish Parliament.
Healthy Living Programme provides a boost
The Healthy Living Programme's Cooking At Home campaign and events aimed at youngsters is leading to healthier results for stores and consumers.
Yoplait rolls on health focus
TV presenter Josie Gibson and her son Reggie are shouting out about the nutritional benefits of the yoghurt category as part of a new campaign from Yoplait.
ScotGov addresses rising illicit trade in retail
The Scottish Government has addressed the rising illicit trade across the retail sector and its impact following a meeting on the topic in early September.
Cadbury Top Deck is back on shelves
Carrying on its 200th anniversary celebrations, Cadbury has relaunched its Top Deck variant, which first hit store shelves in 1993.
VK gets summer ready with new Lemon & Lime flavour
Ready-to-drink brand VK is set to bring a fresh and zesty flavour to the category for the spring and summer months with its new Lemon & Lime variant.
Cold Town Beer brews a new look
Cold Town Beer has unveiled a major brand refresh complete with a bold new look across the entire range as well as an increased can size.
Pinkie Farm marks 10 year anniversary
Musselburgh store Pinkie Farm Convenience has celebrated its 10th anniversary of operations with an in-store party offering consumers plenty of goodies.
Pepsi unveils new indulgent cola flavours
Pepsi has brought an extra level of indulgence to the cola sector with the zero sugar Pepsi Treats range, building on the brand's flavour innovations.
Naked shakes up smoothies with Fibre Machine
Smoothie brand Naked has rolled out is new variant Fibre Machine to help support UK consumers to reach their daily fibre intake goal.
Loyalty a key ingredient for Brownings the Bakers
Heritage and familiarity of a brand are key factors when it comes to consumer choice in the bakery section – and that is something c-store retailers can capitalise on, says Brownings the Bakers.
