Subs and stamps grow the family

Mo Razzaq’s store in High Blantyre was one of the first in Scotland to open under the Family Shopper fascia. The store recently underwent...

Deposit return scheme must go ahead, says administrator

Scheme administrator Circularity Scotland has said that DRS must go ahead next year after UK minsters rejected calls to include glass in the scheme.
A still image from the Magners summer 2025 campaign and sees people running in the image to the left with the phrase 'It's Magnertism'. The image to the right sees a Magners bottle being poured into a Magners pint glass against an orange background.

Magners brings a fizz to summer in new campaign

Irish cider brand Magners is set to bring some extra energy to the cider sector for the summer with its new marketing campaign 'That's Magnertism'.
Pack shots of Persil Non Bio XL Mega Packs.

Persil upgrades laundry tablet range

Laundry brand Persil has unveiled a new upgrade to its capsules range alongside the rollout of new packs to help tackle rough laundry stains.
Pack shots of Fairy Skip the Soak Power Spray bottles.

Fairy Skips the Soak with Power Spray launch

Household cleaning products firm Procter & Gamble aims to transform the stress of cleaning the dishes with its new Skip the Soak Power Spray.
The JW Filshill team stand together to take a selfie after completing the Glasgow Kiltwalk.

JW Filshill joins Kiltwalk for 150th anniversary charity fundraising

Glasgow wholesaler JW Filshill has strengthened its commitment to raising £150,000 for charitable causes this year after taking part in the Glasgow Kiltwalk.

£5k grants to cut energy use

SCOTLAND’S c-stores are being given access to a £100,000 funding pot to help improve energy efficiency. The Convenience Store Resource Efficiency Grant – a Scottish...

Mrs Tilly’s highlights traditional treats

Scottish confectionery maker Mrs Tilly's is pointing out to retailers the benefits of stocking traditional treats such as its tablet and fudge selections for consumers celebrating Christmas and New Year.

Top 50 Scottish take-home food and drinks brands (excluding alcohol) 2024

Count down the top 50 Scottish food and drink brands with Kantar for 2024
Food and Drink Federation Scotland chief executive David Thomson.

Food prices spark alarm

Industry experts have voiced concerns after food inflation hit its highest rate in over 45 years, according to official data.
Epicurium managing director Ben McKechnie.

Get healthier sales from snacking

Matching the demand from younger consumers to enjoy healthier snacks and drinks can be a good way for convenience retailers to boost profits.

Strongbow offers an arrow of Zest

Heineken UK has added a zesty new arrow to its Strongbow quiver with the launch of Strongbow Zest Cider which will roll out to convenience next month.
A digital billboard with the 2025 BrewDog campaign 'What Have BrewDog Done Now?'.

BrewDog unveils new ‘What have BrewDog done now’ marketing campaign

Craft brewer BrewDog has unveiled a new marketing campaign inspired by some of the tabloid headlines that have followed the brand for years.
The revitalised Nisa Local store on Yoker Mill Road in Glasgow.

Nisa on big drive to recruit stores

Nisa has announced ambitious plans to expand its network of stores – at the same time as a revitalised Glasgow outlet reopened to serve its local community.
Whether its from scratch or from the chiller, Scotty Brand reckons it has it sorted for consumers' Burns Suppers.

Keep it Scottish for Burns Night

Burns Night presents plenty of opportunities to drive up sales of Scottish products as consumers look to celebrate with the traditional supper.

Market News | Olbas, Giffard Liqueurs, Eden Mill, Nairn’s

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