Living the local dream
Facing a major challenge when Aldi opens nearby, Dennis and Linda Williams are examining their business, stressing its local character, boosting chilled, offering everyday...
Costcutter reaches supply deal with Co-op
THE Co-op and Costcutter Supermarkets Group have confirmed an agreement that will see the Co-op become the exclusive wholesale supplier to CSG
Pay hikes not sustainable
Retailer groups say proposed NLW increases will cut staff totals
PLANNED increases to the National Living Wage could be unsustainable, convenience retail bodies have warned.
The...
Loyalty to Lucozade Sport will drive sales
Suntory Beverage & Food has been highlighting the importance of consumer brand loyalty in driving sales of the likes of its Lucozade Sport.
SBF GB&I resolves strike action
Suntory confirms procedures in place to minimise any potential trade disruption after union workers announce strike action on 5 February.
Deposit return is delayed to 2022
THE launch date for deposit return has been pushed back to the spring of 2022.
New regulations, published last month as the coronavirus crisis ramped up, have postponed the implementation of DRS. Deposit return was initially slated for a 1 April 2021 launch date.
Reese’s makes a frightful return for Halloween with a chance to win tickets to...
Reese's has unveiled its Halloween themed range for 2025 with a competition that gives shoppers the chance to win tickets to an exclusive screening of Scream 7.
Police Scotland rolls out summer campaign to combat street disorder and youth drinking
Scottish Alcohol Industry Partnership's "It'll Cost You" campaign is being taken nationwide
POLICE Scotland has begun to roll out “It’ll Cost You”, the North Lanarkshire...
XQS unveils new flavours in nicotine pouch range
Nicotine pouch brand XQS has introduced two new beverage-inspired flavours to the range with Cola Lime and Fizzy Peach pouches.
Stockleys broadens gifting options with Heritage Jars
Traditional confectionery manufacturer Stockley's has unveiled its new Heritage Jars range in a bid to tap into the gifting opportunity.
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.
Retailers demand action on black market vapes
Store owners across Scotland have demanded that more action needs to be taken to stamp out the illicit trade of illegal vaping products in the country.
Staying aware of soft drinks trends
Franklin & Sons experts have been highlighting the trends in the soft drinks category – and explaining why the firm's products fit the bill.
Quorn relaunches with a new look to change perceptions about meat-free products
New branding extols ‘high protein with no artificial ingredients’ as the meat-free brand capitalises on consumers moving to a healthier diet.
Awards profile – Merchandising award 2014
Winner: Spar Thornliebank
Merchandising Award winner 2014 – in association with P&G.
Interview with Allan Coupar, assistant manager
Store details
Symbol: Spar
Size: 2,500 sq ft
Opening hours: 7am – 10pm...
Market News | Mrs Tilly’s, Burts, Cathedral City, Biona
Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
