Scotmid CEO to retire
John Brodie, current Scotmid chief exec, discusses his retirement as well as Scotmid's latest financial results with a strong performance for the firm.
Commitment is in the bag
SCOTTISH Government-funded environmental body Zero Waste Scotland has launched the Carrier Bag Commitment for Scottish retailers.
New laws passed by the Scottish Parliament will require...
Crunch time on retail crime
Future of Protection of Workers Bill hangs in the balance as MSPs consider arguments
Retailers bring the noise
MOVE over TRNSMT, GroceryAid is bringing headline acts and food and drink brands to Glasgow’s East End for the charity’s inaugural Checkout Scotland festival on 1 September.
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...
Cheers for a local discovery
Financial concerns may push consumers to limit their beer purchases this year, bringing continued challenges for retailers.
Awards Profile – Community Retailer of the Year
Scottish Grocer has caught up with the team at Premier Broadway Convenience Store after their award win at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2024.
Kellogg’s backs STV’s Children Appeal pound for pound to fund Scottish breakfast clubs
Kellogg's has teamed up with STV and two of Scotland's strongest people, Nicole Ann Bennett and Chris Beetham, to encourage people to sign up to host their own Big Scottish Breakfast.
Illegal tobacco seized in the Highlands
The Highland Council Trading Standards team has uncovered a significant quantity of illicit tobacco products from a retailer in the Highlands area.
A night of wholesale success
The Scottish Wholesale Association has once again recognised the very best in the sector at its 21st Achievers Awards ceremony.
Changes ahead for GroceryAid Scotland
GroceryAid Scotland is set for some changes as co-chairs Peter Steel and Jim Harper announce they are stepping down from their roles.
Events count in stores
Valentine's Day brought in some extra sales for Scotland but industry leaders warn of the tough economic times ahead as financial pressures mount up.
Convenience stores rank top for growth in ACS report
Convenience stores have been ranked as the most important service in supporting a local community in the Community Barometer report from the ACS.
Tayto Group hits a bullseye in darts sponsorship on Sky Sports
Tayto Group has hit a bullseye in its latest marketing campaign as its pork snacks brands are set to sponsor darts coverage on Sky Sports until January.
Food and drink inflation eases for the first time since March
Overall inflation remained steady in the UK at the end of September, with a drop in costs for food and drink as transport costs offset any decline in the overall figure.
Living the local dream
Facing a major challenge when Aldi opens nearby, Dennis and Linda Williams are examining their business, stressing its local character, boosting chilled, offering everyday...
