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New rules for self isolation

COVID self-isolation rules will change in Scotland from midnight tonight (5 January). Under current rules, those testing positive for Covid must self isolate for 10...

MADIC UK partners with National Lottery

MADIC UK has teamed up with National Lottery operator Allwyn Entertainment to roll integrate the National Lottery into its next generation EPOS tech.

Whitebox ramps up global expansion

Edinburgh-based RTD brand Whitebox Cocktails has set its sights on the global market with its new partnership with worldwide marketing firm Aritsan Spirits.
Advert for the new Give Yourself a Diet Coke Break campaign featuring three cans of Diet Coke with people's names on them.

A Diet Coke Break with your name on it

Consumers will be able to enjoy their own personalised Diet Coke Break with new cans and bottles featuring their names and chances to win prizes.
A store's confectionery section displaying a range of hanging bag sweet brands.

Inflation hits key Bank of England target

Prices across confectionery and chocolate have taken a dip according to the latest inflationary data from the Office for National Statistics.
Pack shots of Easter products including Cadbury Mini Eggs 1kg, Maltesers Bunny, Maltesers Bunny Popcorn flavour, Cadbury Creme Egg and Cadbury White Creme Egg.

Top Easter chocolate in the UK for 2025

Data insights firm Talysis has highlighted the top 10 Easter products in convenience stores over the season and how this impacted retailer sales.
A woman accesses lockets at an InPost Locker site.

InPost Group acquires Menzies Distribution

E-commerce logistics firm InPost Group has acquired a 70% stake in Menzies Distribution Limited in a bid to improve its parcel locker service in the UK.
Pack shots of Monster Energy including Original and Ultra with a Call of Duty on-pack promotion.

Monster gives gamers the edge in new Call of Duty promo

Monster Energy has kicked off its collaboration with Call of Duty once again in time for the launch of the latest game, offering exclusive in-game rewards.

Nisa CEO steps down

Nick Read, chief executive officer of Nisa Retail Limited (“Nisa”) has announced he is stepping down as CEO, ahead of an expected formal takeover...
One Stop CEO Tony Reed.

One Stop confirms Scottish expansion

Firm “excited about the level of interest from independents” TESCO-owned convenience store operator and franchise operation One Stop has officially announced that it’s bringing...
Promotional image of competition between PepsiCo and Bestway offering retailers the chance to win a branded van.

Win a van in Walkers & Bestway partnership

Bestway members are in with the chance to win a new electric van complete with a customisable wrap in a new competition with PepsiCo.
Promotional image for The Single Cask bottling of Teaninich Distillery Single Malt Scotch Whisky 10 Years Old with a blown up image of the label on the bottle to the right.

The Single Cask bottles up support for the industry

Independent bottling firm The Single Cask has pledged its support to the industry with all proceeds from its new launch going to The Drinks Trust.
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A spotlight on Scottish stores

Retailers work hard to provide vital services
Aerial image of the Eden Mill distillery in St Andrews.

Eden Mill opens new distillery and visitor centre in St Andrews

Whisky and gin manufacturer Eden Mill has cut the ribbon on its new landmark distillery and visitor centre in its home of St Andrews.
Snappy Shopper and MHouse are working together for the benefit of retailers.

MHouse and Henderson Technology enhance their services

Two leading convenience channel EPOS providers have enhanced their services by teaming up with digital shopping specialists.

MARKET NEWS | 4 brand new products available in June

Scottish Grocer takes a look at what is available to stores across the Scottish convenience retail channel for the month ahead.