UWS sets out bold vision for the future
Bosses at United Wholesale Scotland (UWS) have revealed their ambitious plans to grow the business and become the perfect partner for its retailers and suppliers.
Frazzles and Chipsticks flip over a new look
PepsiCo has unveiled a new look across two of its Smiths budget snacks range – Chipsticks and Frazzles – with a bigger pack size for Frazzles.
Nescafé couples up with Love Island as its official iced coffee partner
Coffee brand Nescafé has announced its new partnership with ITV's Love Island as the reality show's new official iced coffee partner.
World of Sweets teams up with Vicky McClure’s Our Dementia Choir
World of Sweets has marked the 130th anniversary of Bonds of London with its new share bags in partnership with Vicky McClure's Our Dementia Choir.
Mo adds new store to the family
THE first Scottish store running under Booker’s new discount fascia Family Shopper has opened on Main Street in High Blantyre.
Industry critical of business parking tax
PLANS to give Scottish councils the power to charge businesses for parking spaces have come under fire from retail industry stakeholders.
The proposed Workplace Parking...
KP Snacks plugs flavour gap with McCoy’s Salted PMP
Savoury snacks giant KP Snacks has introduced its McCoy's Salted crisps to its PMP range, which will hit shelves from 26 January 2026.
Perfetti Van Melle freshens up sales with Mentos and Smint campaigns
Confectionery giant Perfetti Van Melle has kicked off some fresh marketing for its Smint and Mentos brand to drive up sales across the summer months.
Market News | Mr Kipling, Pepsi, Limoncello Di Capri, Hovis
Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
Co-op creates jobs for out of work hospitality staff
The Co-op plans to create 5,000 temporary roles in a bid to support hospitality workers who have lost their jobs as a result of the coronavirus crisis.
Thatchers Cider rolls a Juicy launch to retail
Thatchers Juicy Apple Cider is set to make its retail debut as the new launch rolls out to Morrisons stores, with plans for a further roll out in the channel.
Solutions for the planet and financial climate from Danfoss
Sustainable shopfitting solutions firm Danfoss reckons Scottish convenience retailers will benefit massively from its range of smart shop equipment.
Retail industry reacts to Scottish Budget
Industry bodies have had a lukewarm reaction to the Scottish Budget, with many organisations claiming ScotGov has not gone far enough to support the sector.
Salmond’s store at risk over ‘stupid’ rates hike
Retailer slams system forcing him to close shop for good of his business
Minimum hits £6.70
Government agrees 3% increase in NMW from October
THE UK’s minimum wage will rise by 3% to £6.70 an hour, for the full adult rate,...
Commitment is in the bag
SCOTTISH Government-funded environmental body Zero Waste Scotland has launched the Carrier Bag Commitment for Scottish retailers.
New laws passed by the Scottish Parliament will require...























