UK DRS plans revealed
DEFRA unveils plans for potential UK-wide scheme
WITH Scotland’s deposit return scheme still under consultation, the UK Government has published its own DRS plans.
The UK...
A shop of all the talents
TAKE a portion of long wholesaling experience, add more than a dash of award-winning retailing nous and mix it with a significant quantity...
Spar Scotland’s generous reopening for three stores
Spar Scotland bosses have been helping shoppers and charities at the reopening of three stores. Meanwhile, Scottish Spar wholesaler CJ Lang's trade show is set to be a huge success.
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.
Shining on Dole in new summer campaign
TV presenter Angellica Bell has been announced as the face of Dole Sunshine Company's new marketing campaign, highlighting the brand's range.
Getting through to Wembley
IT’S a brand that many think helps define Scotland but Irn-Bru’s latest TV ad brings a staunch English dimension to its marketing mix.
The latest...
Kikkoman has fired up for BBQ season
Leading soy sauce brand Kikkoman is out to help consumers to fire up the barbecue this summer with its new promotion 'Fire Up the Umami'.
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.
A budget for the beer fan
Beer duty cut, fuel freeze and NI moves win praise but smokers hammered again and rates woe remains
LAST month’s Budget, billed by Chancellor George...
UEFA Euro 2024 build-up – United Wholesale Scotland
Scottish Grocer highlights brands and convenience channel operators which are celebrating the UEFA Euro 2024 football tournament.
New directions
Bedford-born retailer Natalie Lightfoot converted her Glasgow store to a Londis earlier this year. It has been one of the most exciting and challenging...
Fife Creamery sticks to wholehearted approach
Family run wholesaler Fife Creamery has kicked off its pledge to support local communities across Scotland with the first of its £1500 monthly donations.
Market news | Ilchester Cheese, Cadbury, McCain, Capri-Sun
Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales – this time from Ilchester Cheese, Cadbury, McCain and Capri-Sun.
Cereal variety for breakfast
Scottish Grocer highlights three new cereal launches in the market to help retailers vary up the options for the morning meal.
Awards Profile – Sustainability Champion
Scottish Grocer has been catching up with the team at Premier @ DUSA to talk about their Sustainability Champion award win at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023.
Converting the estate
Morrisons has outlined plans to convert the majority of its McColls stores to the Morrisons Daily format.