An energy meter that has been damaged by an electric fire after it has been tampered with.

Dangers of meter tampering laid out by CrimeStoppers

Independent charity organisation CrimeStoppers has warned retailers about the dangers of energy meter tampering after seeing a rise of the illegal act.

Staying home for Valentine’s

Lovebirds are moving on to a date night in the house for this year according to Aldi Scotland data giving retailers a chance to drive up some extra sales.
Walker's Nonsuch has catered to rising demands from its customers with its NPD.

Walker’s Nonsuch classics remain unchanged

As prices continue to rise and shrinkflation takes hold, consumers will look to brands that stick with their classic offerings, reckons Walker's Nonsuch.
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Crime continues to plague retail sector

CONVENIENCE stores in Scotland continue to be badly affected by retail crime, according to the latest report from the Scottish Grocers Federation.
(L to R) Ashleigh Cheetham, Gurms Athwal, David Cooke and Belinda Parkinson sit together at a table during the Unitas trade exhibition.

Promo delivers sales uplift for Unitas members

Wholesale buying group Unitas has reported a massive uplift in its volume sales following its latest One Week Special promotional activity.

Barr jobs could go

SOFT Drinks firm AG Barr is consulting employees and could shed 90 jobs by the end of next January as a result of a...

No deal Brexit brings big costs

Importers would be hit by red tape and tariffs
Rice is a versatile grain that consumers can use to create all sorts of dishes.

Make the most of National Rice Week

Retailers have the chance to capitalise on rice sales with National Rice Week running now and National Curry Week coming up next month.
A person holds a bottle of Absolut Tabasco Vodka with an insulated gloved hand against the background of an erupting volcano.

Absolut teams up with Tabasco hot sauce for spicy vodka launch

Vodka brand Absolut has teamed up with Tabasco Hot Sauce to deliver a new spicy vodka with the launch of the Absolut Tabasco variant.
Consumers can win a £1,000 Scotland Loves Local Gift Card, thanks to Miconex.

Convenience in brief | Greens, Snappy, CJ Lang and Miconex news

Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Greens and Snappy Shopper, CJ Lang and Miconex.
Kirsten Blockley, national account manager at Mackie's of Scotland, stands in front of the Mackie's of Scotland sign.

Mackie’s fires up frozen sales

Mackie's of Scotland aims to ramp up sales across the freezer as more Scottish consumers seek some sweet treats to cool off with in the sun.
Promotional image for Terry's Chocolate campaign offering consumers the chance to win £10,000.

Terry’s offers shoppers the chance to win £10k in new campaign

Chocolate brand Terry's is offering consumers to pocket £10,000 in cash as part of its new summer campaign to drive up opportunities for gift sales.
Multi-coloured National Lottery balls lie on grass with the Allwyn logo in the top right hand corner.

Allwyn rekindles the magic for National Lottery retailers

Allwyn answers retailers' pressing questions This article contains paid for content from Allwyn Following the inaugural Scottish Grocer Forum in January, Allwyn, the operator of The...
Promotional image for the new campaign around the *shopt app update for summer 2026.

*shopt kicks off new retailer giveaway campaign

Cash rewards app *shopt has unveiled a new update across its app along with a new prize giveaway to celebrate its 8th anniversary.
Warburtons Gluten Free White Rolls are a must-stock for smaller stores, says the brand.

Quality counts in gluten-free category

With a wide range of consumers buying gluten-free products, Warburtons is urging retailers to stock quality bakery options to drive up sales.
Pack shots of Kettle Tortillas Mature Cheddar & Red Onion, Sweet Chilli & Sour Cream and Sea Salt & Black Pepper variants.

Kettle Chips launches Tortilla range

Premium snacks brand Kettle Chips has expanded on its range with the addition of its new Kettle Tortillas trio, offering a bolder texture from the brand.