World of Sweets rolls out new Warheads sweet
American sour candy brand Warheads has rolled out a novel product with the launch of the Sour Ooze Pops, marking the start of the brand's NPD plans for 2024.
Filshill acquires Iain Hill
Glasgow-based wholesaler JW Filshill has acquired independent wholesale business Iain Hill Ltd for an undisclosed sum.
Evapo offers fake vape advice
Vape retailer Evapo has rolled out a new initiative to help consumers spot a fake vape with fears around the rise of the illicit trade due to the incoming ban.
PMP solutions for snack times
Making the most out of your store’s PMP snacks section means offering a variety of options to suit consumers’ different shopping missions, say both KP Snacks and Rose Marketing.
Same-day delivery launched UK wide
SUPERMARKET giant Tesco has become the first retailer to offer same-day grocery delivery across the UK
Nisa launches new Heart of the Community initiative
Nisa's Making a Difference Locally charity has launched the eighth round of its Heart of the Community initiative – aiming to brighten the futures of children by providing funding for back-to-school uniforms and summer activities.
Allwyn awards £40k to 22 retailers
National Lottery operator Allwyn has handed out massive cash prizes to 22 retailers as part of its Site, Stock, Sell online quarterly draw.
Alistair’s all set for the big night
THE Scottish convenience retail industry’s biggest night of the year, the Scottish Grocer Awards is to be hosted this year by star comedian, impressionist...
Top 50 Scottish Brands 2020: An extraordinary year
The Covid-19 pandemic has shaken up grocery retail trends in 2020
InPost teams up with ASOS for next-day convenience
Postal services firm InPost has teamed up with e-commerce fashion company ASOS to offer next day delivery across its locker network.
Coca-Cola celebrates convenience stores for 125th year in Great Britain
Coca-Cola has marked its 125 years in Great Britain by highlighting the strength and importance of the convenience channel to consumers across the UK.
Cheerios launches new TV campaign
Breakfast cereal brand Cheerios has unveiled a new marketing campaign worth £5million that will see the brand back on TV screens for the first time since 2019.
Retailers react to coronavirus
GROCERY sales are currently booming as fears surrounding the surge in coronavirus cases have led to shoppers purchasing more goods as they prepare for long stints indoors.
Every little doesn’t help
Glasgow group wants limits placed on multiple convenience chains
But shops group says retail giants bring business back to high streets
A GROUP of residents in...
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.
Convenience channel shows resilience
Convenience retailers have faced some gruelling trading conditions and an array of challenges in 2024. Here's a look back at some of the biggest isssues of the last 12 months.




































