Jamie Buchanan, SGF’s Go Local programme director, right, and colleague Aidan Smith signing the Scotland Loves Local Pledge.

SGF signs Scotland Loves Local Pledge

The Scottish Grocers' Federation is backing a drive to help inject millions of pounds more into local economies across Scotland and has signed the Scotland Loves Local Pledge – a commitment to supporting local businesses throughout the country whenever it can.
Pack shots of Tropical Juicy Drop Blasts.

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.
Pack shots of Fruit-tella Summer Fruits multipacks and Fruit-tella Berries & Cherries multipacks.

Fruit-tella unveils two new multipack formats

Perfetti Van Melle has expanded on the flavours for its Fruit-tella multipacks as the brand's Summer Fruits and Berries & Cherry variants join the format.
A can of Vault City Black Grape Buckie V.2 stands next to a glass filled with the sour beer in front of the ruins of a church building.

Buckie-inspired beer returns from the Vault

Sour beer brewer Vault City has a boozy match-up for Scottish consumers across the country with the return of its Buckfast tonic wine inspired sour beer.
Pack shots of Naked Ultimate Ramen Japanese Style Miso & Chilli and Malaysian Style Chicken Laksa.

Naked builds on demand with Ramen pots

Natural snacks brand Naked is set to grab a bite out of the demand for Asian flavours with the launch of its two new Ultimate Ramen pots.
A Costa Coffee Express machine is next to an image of Gillian Martin, acting net zero secretary.

Time ‘is not right’ for single-use cup charge

Convenience chiefs say now is not the right time economically to introduce a 25p charge on all single-use drink cups. They hit out after the Scottish Government announced it was opening a new public consultation on the proposal.
Bottles of Tomintoul whisky stand in water.

Tomintoul builds Cask Finish range with European wine

Cairngorms produced single malt whisky Tomintoul has built up its non-age statement series with the launch of three new wine cask finishes.
Pack shots of McCoy's Epic Eats Flamin' Fajita and Grilled Cheese.

McCoy’s builds on the Epic Eats in new promo

KP Snacks has expanded on the McCoy's Epic Eats range with the addition of two new American inspired flavours and a new prize promo to drive up sales.
Pack shots of Walkers Smokin' BBQ Sauce flavour.

Walkers brings a saucy release with new BBQ flavour crisps

Savoury snacks brand Walkers is set to respond to a rising consumer demand in flavour options with the launch of its new Smokin' BBQ Sauce variant.
Pack shots of Nutella Ice Cream.

Nutella builds up the frozen offer with new Ice Cream tubs

Ferrero UK & Ireland has expanded its presence in the frozen category as its Nutella Ice Cream Tubs make their way to the UK market for the first time.
Promotional image of Yakult Plus Peach with a bottle of the drink surrounded by the liquid.

Yakult has a Peach of a new launch

Gut health drinks brand Yakult is set to launch a new fruity flavour in its range with the addition of its new Yakult Plus Peach variant.
Promotional image for Jägermeister Freeze to Win Campaign featuring a bottle of Jägermeister frozen in a block of ice that is being chipped out.

Freeze to Win competition from Jägermeister

Jägermeister's Freeze to Win campaign has made its return for the third year running as the brand offers 480 prizes from VIP tickets to exclusive brand merch.
An energy meter that has been damaged by an electric fire after it has been tampered with.

Dangers of meter tampering laid out by CrimeStoppers

Independent charity organisation CrimeStoppers has warned retailers about the dangers of energy meter tampering after seeing a rise of the illegal act.
Pack shot of Fizzy Soda Can sweets.

World of Sweets adds in fizzy solutions for novelty confections

Confectionery distribution firm World of Sweets has added two new lines from the Sweet Bandit range to its depots, offering more novelty sweets.
Pack shots of Juicy Drops Mallows Raspberry and Juicy Drop Mallows Cola.

Bazooka Candy rolls into the mallows category

Children's confectionery firm Bazooka Candy Brands has entered into the marshmallow category for the first time with new Juicy Drop Mallows.
Tom Slaven and Colin Smith stand shaking hands.

SWA lays out the road ahead

Tom Slaven has officially taken over the reins as president of the Scottish Wholesale Association as the organisation laid out its roadmap for the next year.