Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games mascot Clyde helps AG Barr look forward to the summer festival of sport.

Barr to spend £12m on games push

THE opening ceremony of the 2014 Commonwealth Games is less than six months away and excitement is building in Glasgow as the city prepares...

Scottish Grocer Awards 2021 – get ready for a night to remember!

The Scottish Grocer Awards are back, with a new autumn date for 2021
Last year's Day-today Trade Show was a big success and this year promises to be even better.

United in providing full retail support

Bosses at United Wholesale Scotland (UWS) are already gearing up for the Day-Today Trade Show 2024 – but that's just part of a comprehensive package for its retailers.
Promotional image for Swan matches competition offering retailers the chance to win £1,000.

Republic Tech rolls up big prizes for retailers with Swan

Retailers are in with the chance to win a prize cash boost this summer with Republic Tech as the firm has rolled out a new prize promotion across Swan.
Pack shots of Four Loko Black cans.

Four Loko unveils new Black edition

Premium RTD brand Four Loko has announced its latest limited edition flavour with the Black variant, offering consumers a kiwi based fruity flavour.
The Whitebox Cocktails advent calendar stands on a table with cocktail serves around the calendar.

Countdown with Whitebox Cocktails Advent Calendar

Canned cocktails brand Whitebox Cocktails has launched its first ever Advent Calendar as part of its new range for the Christmas 2025 season.
New packaging designs for Lees of Scotland's Snowballs and Teacakes variants.

Lees of Scotland unveils new packaging

Scottish confectioner Lees of Scotland has unveiled its new, nostalgic look across its Snowballs and Teacakes products, complete with new recipe changes.
Pack shots of Tropicana juices in the 2025 festive designs with Tropicana Smooth Orange 900ml carton, Tropicana Smooth Orange 250ml bottle, Tropicana Orchard Apple 900ml carton, Tropicana Orchard Apple 250ml bottle and Tropicana Tropical Fruits 900ml carton.

Tropicana rolls out range of festive pack designs for Christmas

Fruit juice brand Tropicana has unveiled its limited edition festive design for the Christmas 2025 season, across its range of juice options.
Pack shots of Smirnoff Crush Blueberry & Pomegranate cans.

Smirnoff Crush debuts new Blueberry & Pomegranate RTD flavour

RTD brand Smirnoff Crush has introduced a new Blueberry & Pomegranate flavour exclusive to the independent retail sector.
Electronic cigarettes to be regulated

Electronic cigarettes to be regulated

ELECTRONIC cigarettes and all other nicotine-containing products are to be regulated as medicines by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency. Currently treated as consumer...
Pack shots of Skittles Citrus sharing packs.

Skittles launches new Citrus flavour for the summer

Confectionery giant Mars Wrigley has brought a bold new twist to the Skittles brand with the launch of Skittles Citrus into the category.
The Lifestyle fascia is ideal for retailers who are willing to invest in their stores.

Fascia selection for varied needs

Tom Slaven, retail director of United Wholesale Grocers, explains the benefits of the different fascias the company offers convenience retailers.
Flavours, formats and provenance should all be considered for the freezer range, says Mackie's of Scotland.

Mackie’s of Scotland offers frozen treats advice

Ice cream firm Mackie's of Scotland has been offering top tips to retailers about what treats to stock in store freezers as consumers gear up for the summer.

Virtue wins for Asda stores

Asda has picked up a gold gong for its Scottish-produced non-alcoholic Rhubarb & Ginger Botanical Drink at the London Spirits Competition.
Pack shots of Forest Feast Matcha Chocolate Almonds.

Forest Feast rolls out new Matcha Chocolate Almonds

Snacking brand Forest Feast has unveiled its new Matcha Chocolate Almonds packs in a bid to deliver a more permissible indulgent treat to the market.
Picture of Gillian Martin minister for climate action at the Scottish Government.

MSPs pass new bill on single-use item charges

The Scottish Government has passed its Circular Economy Bill that will give local authorities the power to add extra charges on disposable single-use items.