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SGF wants Govt support for Police Scotland as shoplifting hits record high

The Scottish Grocers’ Federation is calling for long-term support for Police Scotland to tackle retail crime after the latest Scottish Government figures show a deluge of shop theft devastating local businesses and risking the safety of retail workers.   
Pack shots of Blu Bar Kit 1000 Puffs Pineapple vapes.

Imperial Brands charges up new 1000 Puff vape devices

Imperial Brands has unveiled a new rechargeable vaping device with its Blu Bar Kits, with a system that offers up to 1,000 puffs per pod.

Vaping tax confirmed for 2026

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has confirmed a tax on vaping devices will be introduced in the autumn of this year in the UK Government's Spring Budget 2024.

Clamping down on proxy purchasing

POLICE Scotland is targeting adults purchasing alcohol for underage children in North Lanarkshire this month as part of its ongoing ‘You’re asking for it’ campaign.

Free Skwishee Day returns

Free Skwishee Day is set to return for this year once again as the frozen fizzy drink firm has announced its new date of Saturday 25 May.
Lynn Jackson, head of UK off-trade – grocery & convenience at La Martiniquaise Bardinet.

Retail Game Changers: La Martiniquaise Bardinet

Scottish Grocer shines a spotlight on the Retail Game Changers and highlights those women making a real difference to the convenience channel.
Promotional image for Rollover's range of products new for 2025 including the Bacon & Sausage Baguette, Sausage, Egg & Cheese Muffin and Boneless Chicken Wings.

Rollover expands on its hot food to go range with five new products

Food-to-go brand Rollover is set to capitalise on the booming market across convenience with the rollout of five new products to its range.

Plenty to chew over

Statement raises questions for retailers
The new Popcorn Crunch bar is described as being packed with roasted, caramelised popcorn pieces and covered in Tony's Chocolonely's creamy signature milk chocolate.

Tony’s Chocolonely unveils Popcorn Crunch bar

Ethical chocolate maker Tony's Chocolonely is rolling out a new Popcorn Crunch bar that it says combines favourite film snacks – chocolate and popcorn – in one chunky treat.
James Withers, chief executive of Scotland Food and Drink.

15m visitors looking local

2014 provides a huge opportunity for food and drink retailers and producers to raise the bar for Scottish products argues Scotland Food and Drink...

Fanta bubbles up a new look and taste

CCEP has unveiled a new look and taste for the Fanta Orange brand, in a bid to improve stand out on shelf and highlight its Zero Sugar variant further.

Neurita Tequila is feeling the Love

Neurita Tequila has joined the Love Drinks portfolio of drinks with the distributor aiming to drive up popularity for margaritas at home through the brand.
A pack of Nescafé KitKat Latte sits on a table with a cup of the coffee standing next to it.

KitKat joins the Nescafé coffee range

Nescafé has worked with chocolate brand KitKat on the launch of Nescafé Latte KitKat, marking the latest Nestlé confectionery coffee collaboration.
Pack shots of Frubes including Strawberries, Red Berries and Peach Multipack, Strawberry and Banana flavours Multipack and Strawberry Flavour Multipack.

Frubes unveils new look to drive sales with families

Kids' yoghurt brand Frubes has received a makeover, complete with gaming opportunities via a new QR code on the back of the pack.
Angela Constance, justice secretary for the Scottish Government.

Justice for Scottish postmasters delayed

New legislation set to be introduced today will exonerate postmasters south of the border as Scotland confirms its own law could be on the way.

Yazoo extends its playful side

Friesland Campina has launched its new £6million campaign for its Yazoo brand championing its new Thick N' Creamy milkshake drinks.