Now not the time for DRS
The Scottish Government has come under fire from retail industry leaders over its decision to launch a deposit return scheme (DRS) for drinks containers in 2022
Market News | Glenglassaugh, BeeHype, Weetabix, Mars Wrigley
Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
Pink Lady teams up with Judi Love to empower the lunch hour
Natural foods brand Pink Lady has teamed up with Loose Women star Judi Love in a new campaign to drive up sales with office workers and commuters.
Imperial Brands moves into the nicotine pouch Zone
Nicotine products manufacturer Imperial Brands has launched into the nicotine pouches subcategory with the roll out of its new brand, Zone.
Talonmore teams up for festive serve
Talonmore has teamed up with non-alcoholic drinks brand Wavelength Drinks to deliver a new festive cocktail serve in time for National Hiking Day.
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.
Co-op’s Scot push
£28m to be invested in Scotland with new stores.
Co-op launches City & Guilds apprenticeship scheme for ex-prisoners
THE Co-op is to support the first Prisoner Apprenticeship programme to address rail skill shortages and reduce reoffending, in a partnership with the City & Guilds.
Low pay body says raise wage
Commission recommends 3% NMW increase to £6.50
THE Low Pay Commission, the body which advises the Westminster government on the rate of the National Minimum...
Awards Profile – Symbol Store of the Year (Single)
The Scottish Grocer team caught up with Daniall Nadeem, store owner at Spar Motherwell Road, following his success at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2024.
Gala’s little wonder
Open since April, Tweed Road Stores in Galashiels is a new venture for forecourt retail company Adam Purves. Its refurbishment has packed a huge...
MUP will hit over half of drinks
MORE than half of off-trade alcohol sold in Scotland is being sold for less than 50p a unit, the figure set for minimum unit...
Jimmy’s Iced Coffee unveils limited edition Donut flavour
Iced coffee drinks brand Jimmy's Iced Coffee has introduced a new limited edition Donut flavour to its range, offering consumers a more indulgent coffee fix.
Nisa posts record recruitment
STORES-owned buying group and wholesaler Nisa has reported record recruitment figures. The company said it had brought 245 members operating more than 520 stores...
Walls rolls out a tasty way to start the day
Wall's Pastry is out to vary up the selection at breakfast time with the launch of its new All-Day Breakfast range, complete with all-new recipes.
Cointreau launches two RTD Margarita cans
French orange liqueur brand Cointreau has unveiled two new additions to its RTD cocktails line up with an Original Margarita and Passionfruit Margarita.
