Starbucks extends no added sugar fraps

Arla is out to grow the demand for balanced Frappuccino variants with the launch of its Starbucks Frappuccino Caramel No Added Sugar drink.
A representative of the National Lottery shows a retailers a pamphlet for the National Lottery inside his store.

National Lottery retailers set new record for age-verification

National Lottery operator Allwyn has reported new record figures for age verification test with retailers as part of its Operation Guardian.
A poster for International Women's Day 2025 with an image of assistant manager of Premier Broadway Convenience Store Sophie Williams.

International Women’s Day – Premier Broadway Convenience Store

Scottish Grocer is highlighting some influential and inspiring women working across convenience retail to celebrate International Women's Day.
Matt Collins, trading director at KP Snacks, has Rugby World Cup advice for c-store retailers.

KP urges retailers to seek snacks to sales conversion

The bosses at KP Snacks reckon that convenience store retailers can capitalise on friends gathering together to watch the forthcoming Rugby World Cup matches.
The PG Tips Monkey mascot with comic actor Emily Atack stand in a kitchen with Mr and Mrs Mugs as they go to clink them together. The PG Tips logo is on top of the image with text that reads 'LIVE LIFE ONE TEA AT A TIME'.

PG Tips Monkey returns to TV screens

PG Tips has brought back its iconic Monkey character to TV screens across the UK in a new comical ad with actress Emily Atack.
Bottles of Breezer consisting Zesty Orange, Zingy Lime and Crisp Watermelon all stand on a wooden table with a beach scene in the background behind the bottles.

Bacardi Breezer makes its official comeback

Aiming to drive up the demand for nostalgic options, Bacardi has brought back its popular RTD range of Breezer drinks to the UK.
Customers and local good causes benefited from the relaunch of Spar Freuchie.

Strong financial results for CJ Lang

The latest relaunch of a Spar Scotland illustrates how confident wholesaler CJ Lang is about the future after it announced a strong set of financial results.
Stuart Common and Mac Mackie.

Mackie’s rings the changes

Premium ice cream brand Mackie’s of Scotland has appointed a new managing director, as it eyes continued growth and development throughout the UK and abroad.

Green Giant marks 100 years of Jolly mascot with on-pack promo

Tinned sweetcorn brand Green Giant has marked 100 years of its iconic mascot Jolly the Green Giant with a new on-pack promotion.
Colin Smith, chief executive at the Scottish Wholesale Association, stands at a podium with the 2025 redesign of the firm's logo behind him.

Scottish Wholesale Association unveils new logo following annual conference

The Scottish Wholesale Association has unveiled its new logo design as the firm paid tribute to the hard work of food and drink wholesalers across the country.
A person stands at a Lucky Saint branded beer tap pulling a pint with bottle of Lucky Saint in front of him.

In-Drinks Glasgow launches 2025 show

Drinks sector trade show In-Drinks has confirmed it will return in March 2025, offering drinks brands the chance to showcase their products.
Scotmid Co-op has invested in electronic shelf edge labels for its c-store retailers.

Scotmid looks to the future

Scotmid Co-op's annual results show that significant investment in capital projects means its net assets amounted to £122.5million – the highest they have been in the society's 163-year history.
Pack shots of Reece's Christmas confectionery including Reese's DJ Santa Advent Calendar, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups Ultimate Selection Box, Peanut Butter Cups DJ Santa's Disco Lights and Reece's White DJ Santa's Disco Lights.

Reese’s unwraps its Christmas line up

Peanut butter confectionery brand Reese's has unwrapped its line up for the festive season, complete with its new DJ Santa character on packs.
Chancellor of the exchequer Rachel Reeves stands in front of a Union Jack flag.

SGF warns budget will cost c-stores millions

The SGF has warned rises in employer costs from the UK Government's budget will leave retailers across Scotland massively out of pocket.
Pack shots of Boost Sport Orange, Boost Water+, Irn-Bru, Boost Energy Original, Irn-Bru Zero, Rubicon Sparkling Mango and Rubicon Spring Black Cherry Raspberry.

AG Barr offers retailers the chance to win £20k refit

Soft drinks firm AG Barr has launched a new £20,000 incentive exclusive offering store owners the chance to transform their stores.
Nisa has launched 'Pink Friday' to showcase the work its Making a Difference Locally charity does to help communities across the country.

Nisa charity launches ‘Pink Friday’

Nisa has launched Pink Friday to turn the spotlight from Black Friday retail bargains to the support its Making a Difference Locally charity provides to communities through retailers.