System to crack down on crime
Retail crime plagues store owners across the entire UK and as the cost-of-living crisis continues, more retailers will find themselves under pressure.
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.
Filshill partners with Healthy Living Programme on summer campaign
JW Filshill is working with the Healthy Living Programme to roll out free tomato pasta meal kits for families across the whole of Scotland.
71% buy non-shop tobacco
MORE than seven in 10 UK smokers are buying tobacco from non-shop sources according to the most recent research published by industry body the...
Market news | Premier Foods, LiQ, KBE Drinks, Pollen + Grace
Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
Brownings builds support for national team with new pie
Ayrshire-based family bakers Brownings The Bakers has kicked off its support for the Scotland national team ahead of the Euros with its new The Tartan Army Pie.
Products meeting consumer desires
Three companies have been busy identifying gaps in the market and are consequently pushing new products that they reckon consumers will love.
Global Brands acquires Skinny Brands low-calorie beer
Drinks giant Global Brands has acquired the Skinny Brands off-trade range as the firm continues to reaffirm its commitment to invest in varied off-trade options.
Hovis bakes up a trip of a lifetime in Wicked For Good pack promotion
Hovis has partnered up with Universal Pictures' Wicked: For Good with an exclusive on-pack promotion offering consumers a chance to win a family trip to Canada.
EPOS provider MHouse is always evolving
EPOS provider MHouse says it is constantly developing its offering so that it is a great fit for convenience retailers. Meanwhile, Retail AI's new chief executive has been talking about the technology it can deliver for c-stores.
The Famous Grouse flies with Sherry Cask
Scotch blended whisky brand The Famous Grouse has strengthened its core range with the launch of its new Sherry Cask Finish whisky.
Brexit means challenges
Scottish independent retailers say Brexit is already affecting business
Sugar tax has little impact
Figures show Soft Drinks Industry levy has had little impact on consumer habits since it was introduced in the spring
Virus rocks retail
THE UK is enduring the biggest change to daily life since the Second World War, and Scotland’s retailers are on the front lines.
Budget must bring rates action
The Scottish Retail Consortium has called on government to publish a timetabled plan to “substantially reduce” business rates .
Golden Wonder scores with Goalden Balls launch
Snacks brand Golden Wonder is set to kick off some extra flavour in time for the Fifa World Cup this summer with its new Goalden Balls NPD.
