Tesco to merge with Booker in £3.7bn deal
SUPERMARKET and multiple convenience store giant Tesco has announced a £3.7bn deal to merge with Booker Group, the UK’s biggest food wholesaler.
The deal, which...
Illegal tobacco sales on the rise
The Tobacco Manufacturers' Association has found a rise in the illicit trade for tobacco, with four in five consumers purchasing illegal tobacco in 2023.
Which way Scotland?
Scotland’s referendum on independence is only a few months away. Today we begin our look at points of the Scottish Government’s White Paper of...
Herta toasts a new meal solution
Herta UK has moved into the Toasties market for the first time with the launch of its new ham and cheese product across Iceland and Tesco stores.
Pub to shop beats mass objections
Wallace birthplace to see new c-store
A PLANNED new convenience store in the town that’s said to have been the birthplace of Scottish hero William...
Spar Scotland takes to the TV
SPAR has been appearing on the small screen as part of a new media campaign for the retail brand.
United looks to the north
• Wholesaler reports a £10m rise in turnover in last financial year.
• Reaches 275 Day-Today stores and 150 U-Save stores.
THE managing director of Glasgow-based...
Greens set for UK expansion
Greens Retail is set to take its stores UK-wide after clinching a five-year deal with Nisa. Marking a major expansion for the Fife-based symbol, the deal with Nisa – worth up to £200million – is set to last for the next five years as Greens is committed to expand its portfolio south of the border.
Wholesalers explain symbol benefits for retailers
New year, new fascia: Symbol groups are ready to support retailers through cost-of-living crisis.
A warm welcome for the latest guidance
The administrator for the deposit return scheme in Scotland, Circularity Scotland, has said the latest government guidance will significantly reduce the cost of the scheme for the industry and consumers.
MHouse urges retailers to invest in tech
A savvy approach to tech management will make all the difference for convenience stores across Scotland, helping to aid the shopping experience for customers and improving the sales for retailers, reckons EPOS provider MHouse.
Value is key says Imperial Brands
Value remains a key focus in the tobacco category as Imperial Brands says that Scottish consumers are looking for a better-for-money option in the gantry.
Glen’s hits the back of the net
Scottish vodka brand Glen's Vodka is set to reward its consumers with its new SPFL-inspired campaign which will see lucky shoppers win up to £1,000 in cash.
IVG unveils innovative new vape devices
British vape brand IVG has unveiled its latest piece of innovation in the vaping category with its new IVG Smart 5500 devices.
Celebrating one century in style
CJ Lang marked milestone last month
Food ideas find 4000 fans
2014 Speciality Show titles reward food champs and Orkney producers plan an island festival
SCOTLAND’S Speciality Food Show 2014 has announced the winners of its...
