Plain packs back on the agenda
THE Westminster Government has begun its short consultation process on the possible introduction of standardised packaging for tobacco products.
If it’s decided to proceed with...
Baileys Chocolate adds Caramelised Popcorn Egg to Easter range
Irish chocolatier Lir Chocolates has introduced a new addition to its Baileys Easter range this year with its new Baileys Caramelised Popcorn Egg.
Maryland Cookies unveils first non-HFSS product with Delightfully Good cookies
The new Maryland Delightfully Good is available in Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury’s with an MRSP of £1.60.
Awards Profile – Symbol Store of the Year (Single)
Scottish Grocer caught up with Spar Renfrew owner Saleem Sadiq and Angie Gibson store manager after they won the Symbol Store of the Year (Single) last year.
Co-op and EG are On The Move in new forecourt sites
Co-op and the EG Group are set to open three new forecourt sites across Scotland as the convenience retail chain aims to build its franchise ambitions.
New operator announced for UK DRS
The UK Government has appointed a new operator for the UK deposit return scheme and has tasked the firm to deliver this by October 2027.
Edinburgh Gin unveils new Black Forest Gateau liqueur
Edinburgh Gin has introduced a new addition to its festive line-up with the new Black Forest Gateau Liqueur along with a revamp for its Christmas Gin.
Seriously spreads out with TV campaign
Lactalis UK & Ireland has invested in a new TV campaign for its Seriously Spreadable cheese range and hopes it will help to increase brand awareness for Seriously as a whole.
Castle MacLellan builds artisan foods range with new Pâté and Parfait
SCOTTISH artisan foods brand Castle MacLellan has gained distribution in Tesco for its new parfaits and pâtés and introduce its range to shoppers.
Take a daily trip to the sweet shop with the Swizzels Advent Calendar
British confectionery brand Swizzels has launched its new Advent Calendar for the 2025 Christmas season, helping retailers to capture some early festive sales.
Co-op’s Scot push
£28m to be invested in Scotland with new stores.
Mogu Mogu taps into soaring demand with new Zero Sugar drinks
Fruity soft drinks brand Mogu Mogu has launched a new range of Zero Sugar drinks to respond to rising consumer demand for sugar-free alternatives.
Whitebox Cocktails rolls on new flavours
Whitebox Cocktails has grown its range of ready-to-drink variants with the launch of three new and unique cocktail drinks.
TRIP expands into the gummies market
Functional health benefits brand TRIP has expanded into the gummies market for the first time with the launch of its TRIP Magnesium Gummies.
Christmas packs on the Ritz
Savoury biscuit brand Ritz has unveiled its new festive limited-edition packs for the Christmas period this year, offering shoppers a chance to bag £10k.
Menthol ban arrives
THE sale of menthol cigarettes will be banned from 20 May
