Cabinet secretary for finance, employment, and sustainable growth John Swinney, on stage right, answers questions at SGF’s referendum debate.

Living wage aim for all sectors

Swinney tells SGF event that an SNP government of an independent Scotland would push for at least £7.65 an hour IN an independent Scotland where...
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Price cuts see food sales fall

Like-for-like totals slump by 3.7% in May as cost-slashing promotional deals take their toll. EXTENSIVE discounting plus poor weather added up to a disappointing...
Mo Razzaq, national president of the Fed.

The Fed voices fears over wage rises

Leaders at the Fed have spoken of their concerns about a potential rise in the national living wage ahead of two roadshows being held by the organisation in Scotland.

Industry warns against Budget rises

Five industry bodies have written to the chancellor ahead of the Spring Budget, warning against an above-inflation rise to England's business rates.
Promotional image for Spar Big Deals of Christmas campaign for 2025.

Spar’s Big Deals of Christmas returns for third year

UK symbol group Spar UK has brought back its Big Deals of Christmas campaign for the third year running, offering key deals across the festive period.
Susan and Ryan Hutchison, of Spar Scone, realise the importance of a friendly attitude.

Spar Scotland retailers who put community first

Long-standing Spar Scotland independent operators Susan Hutchison and son Ryan have been sharing insights into what makes their business so successful.

Spar introduces own-label wine line

Spar UK is out to add some value consumers shopping in the wine section with the launch of its own-label wine selection, featuring a trio of variants.

Consumers cutting back

Consumers have been cutting back on their shops as inflation pushes into the double digits.
Pack shots of Feedwell Dog food range including the Supreme and Mini packs.

Value is crucial for pet owners, says Feedwell

Feedwell reckons that more pet owners are becoming savvy to cost savings and that retailers should cater further to this with larger pack formats.
Pack shots of Quadz Blue Razz, Cherry Daq, Lime Marg and Pink Marg.

Global Brands bolsters pre-drinks with Quadz

Drinks giant Global Brands reckons it can shake up pre-drinks with the introduction of Quadz that has been designed with the occasion in mind.

Drinks makers get DRS alert

Drinks producers are being urged to get properly prepared for the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) now.
Lynne Ogg, head of membership & community engagement at Scotmid, stands holding a first aid kit next to Moyra Reid, head of marketing, communications and fundraising at St Andrew's First Aid and Daniel Handy. Moyra holds a placard with the Scotmid Co-op logo on it and Daniel holds a dummy used to perform CPR on.

Scotmid Co-op makes a life-saving donation to St Andrew’s First Aid

Scottish convenience retailer Scotmid Co-op has marked 10 years of partnership with St Andrew's First Aid with a generous £5,000 donation to the charity.
RBS branch

Bank closures hit retailers

RETAILERS pulled no punches when giving evidence on the effect of bank branch closures on the convenience sector.
Pack shots of New York Bagel Company Maple bagels.

New York Bakery Co brings a Canadian touch with Maple bagels

New York Bakery Co. has brought a Canadian touch to its Bagel range with its new limited edition flavour Sweet Maple Bagels.
JW Filshill boss Simon Hannah and finance chief Keith Geddes at the new Westway Park HQ.

Figures all add up for JW Filshill

Wholesaler JW Filshill bosses have reacted positively after the business behind the KeyStore symbol reported a strong set of annual financial results.
Pack shots of Żubrówka Biala, Żubrówka Vanilla and Żubrówka Rosé 700ml bottles.

Polish vodka Å»ubrówka Biala rolls out to Sainsbury’s

Polish vodka brand Żubrówka has rolled out is Bison Grass Biala vodka variant to Sainsbury's stores as the brand aims to be the No.2 vodka in the UK.