Vape group calls for a VAT cut
The UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) has called on the UK Government to consider reducing VAT on vape products in a bid to curb smoking.
Ribena unveils a new look across its variants
British soft drinks brand Ribena has unveiled a new look across its range of drinks alongside a new marketing campaign to drive up awareness.
ScotGov confirms Disposable Vape Ban details
ScotGov has published its response to the disposable vape ban consultation, offering greater clarity on single-use vapes and enforcement of the ban.
Convenience retailers can win £1,000 prize with Shaken Udder
Premium milkshake brand Shaken Udder is launching a campaign giving convenience retailers the chance to win a £1,000 prize as part of its 20th birthday celebrations.
Retailers buy into PGMA plus points
A couple of Highland retailers have highlighted the benefits of working with Scottish convenience buying group PGMA.
Gumi Yum Surprise unwraps new Minions sweet
The new Gumi Yum Surprise Minions offers the convenience channel a new range of confectionery featuring a highly popular film franchise.
Flyers loads in Cherry to liquorice range
Liquorice confectionery producers Flyers has added a new tangy Cherry flavour to its range, aiming to build on the demand for sour sweet options.
C-store boom set to run and run
BRITAIN’S convenience stores are still showing growth that is outstripping the general grocery scene. And the country’s symbol stores are still storming ahead, according...
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...
Miconex drives local and loyal way to profit
Colin Munro, the managing director of Scottish fintech firm Miconex, has been explaining the benefits to c-store retailers of two schemes that it runs.
Bestway brings a buzz for Easter campaign
Bestway Wholesale has kicked off its new marketing initiative for the Easter period with its 'Buzz About the Sweetest Deals' campaign.
Taylors Snacks celebrates first year
Perthshire-based premium snacks brand Taylors Snacks is celebrating its first full year of business noting a strong year of trading in 2023.
Retailers Against Crime highlight scourge at seminar
Retailers Against Crime shared insights and intelligence with retailers in the Edinburgh area as part of a briefing to help crack down on crime.
Aspall Cyder is set to elevate the cider category this summer
Premium cider brand Aspall Cyder has kicked off a new marketing campaign to help position the brand as a go-to option for consumers for "elevated social occasions".
Gales and promos see festive slowdown
WILD weather and price-cutting promotions may have contributed towards a disappointing Christmas month for Scotland’s shops, according to the latest Scottish Retail Consortium/KPMG Scottish...
Ilchester brings eating out home with Dirty Toppers
Shoppers can bring the eating out experience back home with the convenient option from Ilchester Cheese with the firm's new Dirty Toppers products.
