Horsemeat no joke for c-store owners

SCOTTISH retailers are reporting mixed responses to the ongoing horsemeat crisis. In Crianlarich, customers are demanding the return of spaghetti Bolognaise and lasagne to...
Pack shots of Cadbury Dairy Milk 'Made to Share' Limited Edition bars with the packaging divided into differently sized sections with the largest section reading 'Who Cooked', the medium section reading 'who cleaned', and the smallest section reading 'Who ate'.

Cadbury launches ‘Made to Share’ limited edition bars

Cadbury has unveiled a new limited edition pack design for its Dairy Milk tablet bars with the aim to encourage more sharing moments amongst consumers.
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Linking up cash with consumers

New app shows where cash can be accessed .
Promotional image of Bestway and PepsiCo's in-depoot giveaway for the wholesaler's 50th anniversary.

PepsiCo marks Bestway’s 50th anniversary with exclusive Walkers giveaway

Snacks firm PepsiCo has helped to mark Bestway's 50th anniversary year with the launch of an in-depot giveaway for retailers.
Pack shots of Bolgrad wine including Duo White Wine and Saperavi.

Kingsland brings wine from Ukraine

Drinks firm Kingsland Drinks has launched two new Ukrainian wine variants to UK supermarkets now with the new Boldgrad Select range.
The Healthy Living Programme team visited 19 stores and six schools when they toured the Hebrides last year.

Convenience in brief | HLP, Booker, the Fed

Scottish Grocer highlights three stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from the Healthy Living Programme, Booker and the Fed.

Spar Scotland kicks off 2025 Tradeshow

Spar Scotland has kicked off its plans for the upcoming 2025 Tradeshow event with the new theme of 'Inspiring Success' in the sector.

Circularity Scotland staff launch compensation bid

Taxpayers could be footing the bill on a compensation bid from Circularity Scotland staff after the defunct firm failed to inform them of their dismissal.
Pack shots of Reese's Dipped Peanuts 176g bag and 68g £1.35 PMP bag.

Reese’s expands on sharing range with Dipped Peanuts

Peanut butter confectionery brand Reese's has expanded on its range of shareable treats with the roll out of its new Reese's Dipped Peanuts.
Republic Technology UK's OCB range offers consumers a more sustainable option.

Covering the roll-your-own demands

Republic Technologies UK has advice for convenience retailers on ways to meed the demands of customers in the roll-your-own tobacco accessories category.
Pack shots Bonds of London Chick 'N' Mix sweet cups.

Hancocks shares must-stocks for Easter season

Confectionery wholesaler Hancocks is urging retailers to make the most of the longer Easter season this year by stocking up on a strong range of themed treats.
Graham's will be visiting Glasgow, Falkirk and Aberdeen with its pop-up van to try and tempt fizzy drinkers to convert to organic milk.

Bin the fizz and start milking healthy options with Graham’s!

Graham's Family Dairy will be visiting Glasgow, Falkirk and Aberdeen with its pop-up van to try and tempt fizzy drinkers to convert to organic milk.
Olbas has a range of remedies that convenience retailers should consider stocking.

Olbas let’s you breathe easy on winter sales

Lanes Health has highlighted its Olbas range of remedies as being good for c-store retailers to stock to help customers suffering with winter colds.
VARS screen on a till that highlights blacklisted cars that have previously driven off without paying for fuel.

VARS marks theft prevention milestone

Forecourt protection services firm VARS Technology has hit a landmark 1million incidents of reporting blacklisted vehicles, preventing losses at the pumps.
pack shot MugShot MAX

Mug Shot launches new MAX range

Mug Shot has launched its MAX range of pasta and noodle pots, featuring bold flavours like Mac & Cheese and Sundried Tomato & Chorizo. Aimed at younger, active consumers, the range offers quick, tasty meals. The launch includes a social media campaign and a competition, available in Asda stores.
vaping shop display

Vaping display of ignorance

Some of Scotland’s most disadvantaged people would be hindered from quitting smoking if Holyrood goes ahead with plans to ban vaping product displays in shops.