Gnaw on chocolate this Christmas
Premium chocolate brand Gnaw has unveiled a range of new flavours in its chocolate bar range, aiming to make the most of those cold winter nights in.
World of Sweets teams up with Vicky McClure’s Our Dementia Choir
World of Sweets has marked the 130th anniversary of Bonds of London with its new share bags in partnership with Vicky McClure's Our Dementia Choir.
Inflation falls in first month of 2026
A drop in transport and food & drink costs in January 2026 have helped contribute to a monthly fall in inflation, according to the ONS.
Spar brews up a Barista Bar celebration
Spar Scotland marked the installation of 20 Barista Bar services on 21 June with an hour of free hot drinks and a party in Spar Halbeath.
Illegal tobacco sales on the rise
The Tobacco Manufacturers' Association has found a rise in the illicit trade for tobacco, with four in five consumers purchasing illegal tobacco in 2023.
Allwyn announced as partner for Glasgow Commonwealth Games
Operator for The National Lottery, Allwyn UK, has been announced as the latest partner for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Mars Wrigley introduces new Gingerbread Maltesers Reindeer for Christmas 2025
Confectionery giant Mars Wrigley has unveiled its new range of products for the Christmas 2025 season, complete with a nostalgic flavour development.
The Fed teams up with Bestway on exclusive promotion
Fed members are set to benefit from an exclusive new promotion via UK wholesaler Bestway with the new Bestway Voucher Book.
Autumn statement ‘a mixed bag’ for convenience channel
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's autumn statement brought mixed blessings for the convenience channel, according to industry leaders.
Make most of versatile beer brands, says Diageo
Diageo has been highlighting the versatility of the beer category for retailers and consumers – pointing to its own Guinness range as a good example.
DrinksOne announces new partnership with Sake ONO
Authentic and high quality sake brand Sake ONO has made its way to UK shores following a new partnership with DrinksOne Brands.
Mo adds new store to the family
THE first Scottish store running under Booker’s new discount fascia Family Shopper has opened on Main Street in High Blantyre.
First class package
Winner: Â Whitburn Post Office and Costcutter
Post Office Retailer of the Year - sponsored by The Post Office
Interview with Teresa Hill, owner.
Winner details
Store trading area: 1,700...
Small businesses will need more time for DRS
Adam Hardie, head of food and drink at Johnston Carmichael, chartered accountants and business advisers, looks at DRS
-196 expands with new Peach flavour
SBF GB&I has launched a new Peach flavour for its alcoholic RTD brand -196 in a bid to tap into the growing demand for more peach variants in the sector.
Integrating a retail giant
BESTWAY Wholesale has announced plans to restructure Costcutter Supermarkets Group (CSG), following the wholesaler’s acquisition of the retail group.
