Swizzels reported a rise in sales for its vegan Variety Range during Veganuary 2023.

Sweet treats for Veganuary and beyond

Sweet treats brands Swizzels and Lazy Day Foods have been highlighting their vegan options that are available for Veganuary and beyond.
Food to go station at a bp forecourt.

Driving consumers to bp dealerships

Forecourt dealer bp reckons its offer is best suited to match the modern day demands from shoppers who visit forecourt sites, with an expansive FTG range.
A group of people open Co-op Selkirk using novelty scissors to cut a Co-op branded ribbon.

Co-op opens four new stores across Scotland

Retail chain Co-op has expanded its presence across Scotland with the opening for four stores across local communities in the country.
BAT is calling for a retail licence to sell vapes – similar to one for alcohol and tobacco.

BAT urges regulation over vapes

British American Tobacco is pushing the UK Government to introduce new legislation for the vaping industry to avoid an outright ban on disposables.

ScotGov plans for a promo ban

The Scottish Government has announced it plans to restrict promotions on unhealthy food and drinks as part of a new diet and obesity strategy
Interior shot of a Hancocks depot displaying massive pallets of confectionery brands.

Hancocks sets out summer Sweetest Day event for retailers

Leading confectionery wholesaler Hancocks has announced its next Sweetest Day event for retailers this summer on 10 July.
Lifestyle image of packs of Fairfields Farm crisps lying on top of checked blanket.

Fairfields Farm grows into a new look

Fairfields Farm has unveiled the new look for across its crisps packs, highlighting a stark move towards a sustainable pack with a fresh new design.
Rock Face deodorant and shower gel range with a grey and white background. (Left to right) Rock Face Power range, Rock Face Original range and Rock Face Refined range.

Rock Face kicks off bare faced ad campaign

Men's grooming brand Rock Face has launched a new marketing campaign to grab the attention of shoppers with some tongue-in-cheek ads.

Food sales see best month

October growth highest of the year to date SRC-KPMG reports FOOD sales in Scotland were up in  October, according to the Scottish Retail Consortium -...
Cadbury has launched a range of limited-edition Dairy Milk Bars and StarBar Duo.

Cadbury celebrates 200 years of providing treats

As Cadbury celebrates its 200th anniversary, Mondelēz International explains why the chocolate brand is ideal for meeting indulgent big night in shopping missions.
Jars of Heinz Pasta Sauce are surrounded by ingredients used in making each of the sauces, the Pasta Sauces including Tomato, Sicilian Lemon and Ricotta; Tomato, Black Garlic and Roasted Garlic; and Tomato & Spicy 'Nduja.

Heinz builds Pasta Sauce range inspired by TikTok trends

Heinz has taken inspiration from culinary trends across TikTok with its new range of Pasta Sauces, aiming to make the latest foods trends more accessible.
Screenshot of the homepage of the new Danone the Go trade website.

Danone gets on the go in trade website

Danone is set to support retailers across the independent sector with multi-category sales through its new dedicated trade website 'Danone-The-Go'.
Pack shots of confectionery products to illustrate Bobby's Sweets trial box.

Bobby’s expands delivery service for retailers with new Brand Box

Confectionery distributor Bobby's has expanded on its delivery service for retailers with the new Bobby's Brand Box, offering a more convenient option.
Zahid Iqbal's Day-Today Drylaw store in Edinburgh was named Vaping Retailer of the Year at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023.

Awards Profile – Vaping Retailer of the Year

Scottish Grocer has been catching up with Day-Today Drylaw owner Zahid Iqbal – after he won the Vaping Retailer of the Year category at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023 – to find out how he is preparing for the incoming ban on disposable devices.
A person holds a can of Brewgooder Fairtrade Fonio grain beer in front of green leaves.

A Fairtrade brew to do good from Brewgooder

Brewgooder has established a Fairtrade-certified supply chain for its Fonio Session IPA, offering consumers a more ethical option in the beer category.
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Post Office has launched a new consultation

The Post Office has launched a new consultation inviting postmasters to share their views on the future of the organisation