Report finds retailers on top of MUP

SCOTTISH retailers have been commended for effectively implementing minimum unit pricing (MUP). A new report published by NHS Health Scotland found that MUP has been...

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Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
Data analysts indicate a slow start to the year, with shoppers still cautious on spend. Picture: Shutterstock.com/1000 Words

Challenging start to trading year

Industry chiefs are warning retailers of challenging economic times ahead as figures from the Scottish Retail Consortium show there was a disappointing finish to 2023 for store bosses.
A bottle of Glen Scotia Icons of Campbeltown No.4 stands on a barrel on a dock with the outer case next to it and a nosing glass on its other side with the whisky inside.

Glen Scotia unveils latest Campbeltown series whisky

Award winning distillery Glen Scotia has unveiled its penultimate dram in the Icons of Campbeltown series with the No.4 release inspired by the town's Griffin.
The Desiderio No.1 prosecco bottles featuring works by Van Gogh, Munch and Monet.

Market news | Desiderio, Kingsbarns, Jam Shed and Label 5

Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.

Scotland’s top brands: 9 & 10

Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home food and drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brands 9 & 10.
Storefront of Premier Broadway Convenience Store in Oxgangs, Edinburgh.

Premier kicks off January with new scratchcards promotion

UK symbol group Premier is set drive footfall for its retailers through a new scratchcard promotion as part of its wider 5,000 stores celebrations.

Scotland’s top alcohol brands: 8, 9 & 10

Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home alcoholic drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brands 8-10.
Pack shots of Baileys Caramel Sauce bottles.

Baileys Caramel Sauce lands in Spar Scotland stores

The Flava People has extended listings for its alcohol-free Baileys Caramel Sauce bottles into Spar Scotland stores in time for Christmas.
Snappy Shopper has continued to help retailers boost profits through home delivery.

Convenience in Brief | Snappy Group, Scotmid and Loch Lomond Distillery news

Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that provide insights to convenience retailers about Snappy Group, Scotmid and Loch Lomond Distillery.
Pack shots of Fox's Party Rings Trick or Treat Minis including multipack formats and single packs.

Fox’s brings a seasonal twist to Party Rings with new Halloween-themed packs

Fox's Burton's Companies has set up store owners to cater for guisers this year with its new Party Rings Trick or Treat Minis packs.
A group of people stand in Greens of Fraserburgh to present a cheque to a local charity group.

Greens of Fraserburgh donates £1,000 to local community

Aberdeenshire community store Greens of Fraserburgh has donated £1,000 towards a local accessible beach project as part of its Heart of the Community funding.

Acts making the headlines at Checkout Scotland

GroceryAid has revealed its headline acts for its Scottish music festival, Checkout Scotland helping to build excitement for the event on 31st August.

Belhaven assures quality in beer

When it comes to consumer's beer selection this Christmas, plenty will be looking to quality options and Belhaven reckons award winning ranges could be key.
A product shot of Starbucks Skinny Latte Chilled Coffee is next to Adam Hacking, head of beverages at Arla Foods.

Starbucks brings a chilled offer in the morning

Ensure customers don't miss out on their favourite brands because of financial pressures by offering an in-store solution from Starbucks.
Be bold, here come the Pilgrims!

Be bold, here come the Pilgrims!

Pilgrims Choice is challenging consumers to look beyond bland, boring food to embrace a life (and cheese!) full of flavour with a fun, new brand marketing campaign.