A person stands at a Lucky Saint branded beer tap pulling a pint with bottle of Lucky Saint in front of him.

In-Drinks Glasgow launches 2025 show

Drinks sector trade show In-Drinks has confirmed it will return in March 2025, offering drinks brands the chance to showcase their products.
The Coca-Cola Christmas Truck for 2024 season is in front of Tower Bridge during the night.

Holidays are coming with Coca-Cola

CCEP has confirmed its annual Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour will kick off this November, with extra support for FareShare built into the campaign.
Pack shots of Carte D'Or Mini Indulgence Eton Mess, Magnum bonbon Gold Caramel Billionaire and Ben & Jerry Peaces Salted Caramel Brownie.

Unilever builds on ice cream snacking

Household goods firm Unilever has launched a new range of snacking formats across its ice cream brands including Magnum, Ben & jerry's and Carte D'Or.
Total food sales rose by just 0.7% compared with February last year, according to the SRC.

SRC and the Fed warn of tough times

Bosses at the Scottish Retail Consortium are warning of challenging times ahead after its latest disappointing sales and footfall figures, while the Fed has expressed its disappointment at Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Spring Statement.

Covid rules risk safety

Two thirds of UK shop workers fear abuse from customers if they try to implement Covid-19 related regulations, new research has found
Pack shot of new Aero Strawberry bar.

Market News | Jimmy’s Iced Coffee, Aero, Delicious Desserts, Cod Almighty

Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
BP is joining forces with the Retail Trust in a wellbeing initiative.

Convenience in Brief | BP, Post Office and phone network news

Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that provide insights to convenience retailers about BP, the Post Office and the UK telephone network.

Walking in a boozy Wonderland

BrewDog Distilling Co. has expanded its sites for its Wonderland Cocktails Co. RTD range as it enters over 500 Tesco stores across the UK.
photograph of colin smith standing with a wholesale confectionary goods

Time for retailers to act on environment

Scottish retailers that don’t back sustainability efforts will miss out, according to new consumer research from the Scottish Wholesale Association and TWC.

Taylors Snacks celebrates first year

Perthshire-based premium snacks brand Taylors Snacks is celebrating its first full year of business noting a strong year of trading in 2023.

Cadbury unveils healthier snacking with Brunch Light

Mondelēz International has unveiled its latest HFSS compliant snack with the launch of Cadbury Brunch Light in a bid to cater to a rising consumer demand.
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Will Tesco Express join c-store group?

Constitutional change would allow major multiples into ACS MULTIPLE grocers could soon be allowed membership of the Association of Convenience Stores, if a vote on...
Brewdog and Mackie's join up to launch "Two Scoops"

Doric duo tie up to create unique beer

The new stout "Two Scoops" marks a partnership between Mackie's of Scotland and Brewdog using honeycomb from Mackie's and Brewdog's brewing skill.
Sir Boyd Tunnock stands next to a vintage double decker bus with a Tunnock's Caramel Wafer advert on its side.

Tunnock’s drives support for local charity

Tunnock's is set to drive up support for the upcoming Family and Community Day for the Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust on Sunday 28 July.

Scottish consumers want DRS according to new poll

Over two-thirds of Scots reportedly want to see a full DRS in place to boost recycling in the UK following on from concerns the scheme may be delayed to 2028.
The reopening of the Spar on Ballindean Road, Dundee.

Spar Scotland’s generous reopening for three stores

Spar Scotland bosses have been helping shoppers and charities at the reopening of three stores. Meanwhile, Scottish Spar wholesaler CJ Lang's trade show is set to be a huge success.