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Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
DRS: debate intensifies
The debate over a proposed deposit return scheme for Scotland has continued to rumble on over the past month, with trade associations now split...
Retailers would close shops if Tobacco & Vapes Bill becomes law
One in 10 convenience store owners have said they would consider closing their shop if the Tobacco & Vapes Bill comes in, according to C-Talk.
Plant in a Barista experience with Alpro
Plant-based milks brand Alpro has sweet new launch for its range of Barista-style drinks with the addition of its new Caramel Flavour option.
Unilever builds on ice cream snacking
Household goods firm Unilever has launched a new range of snacking formats across its ice cream brands including Magnum, Ben & jerry's and Carte D'Or.
Convenience in brief | The latest news in the sector
Scottish Grocer takes a look at the Scottish convenience sector and brings together three news stories covering recent events.
Tropical blast from Bazooka Candy
Bazooka Candy Brands reckons it will be able to drive up sales from kids with the launch of its new Tropical Juicy Drop Blasts fruity sour candies.
Scotmid pledges support to the HLP
Scotmid Co-op has pledged to continue supporting the HLP Welby Breakfast initiative with a commitment to contribute towards them for the next 12 months.
PepsiCo and Swizzels competitions for retailers
Convenience retailers have got the chance to win cash as two well-known companies – PepsiCo and Swizzels – are running big competitions over the coming weeks.
Swizzels introduces price-marked Squashies Cherry Cola
British confectionery producer Swizzels has unveiled its new PMP bagged format for the Squashies Drumstick Cherry Cola variant.
Win DoubleCool doors for your store’s chillers
One lucky retailer is in with the chance to win up to 16 doors to get fitted on to their open chiller section with the new giveaway from DoubleCool.
KitKat accelerates the break with new Formula 1 chocolate car
Chocolate bar brand KitKat has unveiled its new Formula 1 Chocolate Car bars in the shape for a Formula 1 racing car in partnership with the motorsport.
Walker’s out on parade in NYC
Walker's Shortbread has donned its highland attire and celebrated the strength of the brand in America with a presence at the New York City Tartan Week.
World of Sweets builds on US candy with Jolly Rancher Ice Pops
World of Sweets has grown its American Candy selection with the addition of Jolly Rancher Ice Pops, coming in four popular flavours for consumers.
MHouse ties up with Volumatic to streamline the process
EPOS software solution firm MHouse has tied up with cash handling services firm Volumatic to help streamline cash processing across Scottish stores.
Investors keen on convenience, says Christie & Co
Christie & Co has predicted that investors will remain keen on convenience and forecourt locations as sites evolve to match consumer demand.
