Andrew Gwynne, under-secretary for public health and prevention.

Ad ban on junk food set for 2025

The UK Government has reconfirmed plans to introduce new regulations for HFSS products, including a ban on daytime TV and a ban on paid-for online ads. 

MARKET NEWS | 4 brand new products available in May

Scottish Grocer takes a look at what is available to stores across the Scottish convenience retail channel for the month ahead.
New packaging designs for Lees of Scotland's Snowballs and Teacakes variants.

Lees of Scotland unveils new packaging

Scottish confectioner Lees of Scotland has unveiled its new, nostalgic look across its Snowballs and Teacakes products, complete with new recipe changes.
Cartons of Nescafé Iced Latte and Iced Caramel Latte stand against a blue background with the drinks poured out into ribbed glasses behind the cartons with ice.

Nescafé launches new Iced Latte coffee cartons

Coffee brand Nescafé has entered into the ready-to-drink iced coffee market for the first time with its new Nescafé Iced Latte multi-serve cartons.
A can is being processed inside a reverse vending machine.

Unitas launches DRS support tool for retailers

Wholesale group Unitas Wholesale has rolled out its new DRS support tool to help retailers prepare for the incoming scheme.

Herta toasts a new meal solution

Herta UK has moved into the Toasties market for the first time with the launch of its new ham and cheese product across Iceland and Tesco stores.

A West End debut

Opened in November last year, the family-owned Shop Local in Byres Road is something new for Glasgow’s West End – and something new from...
(L to R) head shot of Geoff Byrne, chief executive at Booker and Andrew Yaxley, chief executive at Tesco Ireland & Northern Ireland.

Leadership changes at Tesco and Booker

Tesco and Booker have announced changes to its senior leadership positions as the firms affirm their commitment to developing talent across the group.
Chris Cobb, store owner of KeyStore Cults in Aberdeen, stands at the till with a vaping gantry behind him.

JW Filshill urges retailers to prepare for disposable vape ban

Glasgow wholesaler JW Filshill has urged its retailers to act now to phase out disposable vape stock with a new guide that covers off the legislation.
Bottles of milk-based drinks lined up in a chiller shelf.

Soft drinks levy charges to change

The UK Government has announced changes to how the sugar tax levy will be applied to soft drinks and has removed the exemption on milk-based drinks as well.
A bottle of Cù Bòcan Creation #9 stands on a table with its outer packaging next to it.

Cù Bòcan rolls out new whisky inspired by popcorn

Experimental single malt whisky brand Cù Bòcan has rolled out its new Creation #9 with flavours inspired by classic sweet and salty cinema popcorn.
Multiple award-winning Scottish convenience retailer Saleem Sadiq at his Spar Renfrew store.

Double celebration for Spar Scotland retailer Saleem Sadiq

Multiple award-winning Scottish convenience retailer Saleem Sadiq is celebrating two major anniversaries with the Spar symbol group.

Walker’s out on parade in NYC

Walker's Shortbread has donned its highland attire and celebrated the strength of the brand in America with a presence at the New York City Tartan Week.

Objections mount

Sainsbury’s/Asda’s merger proving unpopular
Cans of WKD are lined up against a blue background including Cherry Ice, Iron Brew, Blue, Purple Grape and Orange & Passionfruit.

WKD gears up for massive 30th anniversary year

RTD brand WKD is entering into the new year with a massive investment from parent company SHS Drinks for its 30th anniversary year.
Talysis says its new VOX system can provide insights when users simply ask a question of it – similar to Alexa or Siri.

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.
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