Fergus Loudon, sales director at Tunnock's, as well as images of the product range from Tunnock's.

Tunnock’s shows that listening is part of the process

Each Tunnock's product presents its own unique manufacturing challenges as the firm looks to overcome the latest hurdles on the road.

Bring in flavours from the land of the rising sun

Convenience retailers can bring Japanese flavours to consumers in an entirely different way with the new range of spirits from The Wasabi Company.
Both David Lonsdale and Mo Razzaq voiced concerns over the impact abuse and violence has on store workers.

Plea for kindness in festive season

Retail chiefs have called on the public to remain kind and patient with all shop workers during the Christmas season as abuse of staff has reached eye-watering levels.
PayPoint till screen displaying the functions and in-store services available to retailers.

PayPoint improves accessibility with new translated guides

Payment services firm PayPoint has introduced new translated guides in three different languages to help improve accessibility of its technology.
Cans of Greggs beer are stacked around the box the brews come packaged in including the Pink Jammie Pink Ale and the Gosforth 1939 Stottie Lager.

Greggs brews into the off-trade with a new range of beers

Food-to-go retailer Greggs has brewed up something special for Christmas as its launches its first ever range of beers into the off-trade.
Irn Bru Xtra cans

Xtra choice at Burns

Consumers cutting back on sugar don’t need to miss out on the nation’s favourite Scottish soft drink during Burns Night this year.

Lochhead takes deposit campaign to Holyrood

Former minister sponsors deposit scheme event FORMER environment minister Richard Lochhead is leading calls for the creation of a Bottle Deposit Return scheme with the...

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...
Susan and Ryan Hutchison, of Spar Scone, realise the importance of a friendly attitude.

Spar Scotland retailers who put community first

Long-standing Spar Scotland independent operators Susan Hutchison and son Ryan have been sharing insights into what makes their business so successful.
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Middle ground feels the heat

Waitrose and discounters take share from giants as symbols and independents edge down in tough fight THE big four supermarkets’ battle for the middle ground...

Scotland’s top alcohol brands: 6 & 7

Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home alcoholic drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brands 6 and 7.

Scottish Stop

Tesco-owned convenience store operator and franchise operation One Stop has officially opened its first store in Scotland. A former pub site in Fallin, near Stirling,...
Jonathan Kemp has announced his plans to retire from AG Barr – allowing for a smooth transition.

Kemp announces retirement from AG Barr

Industry stalwart Jonathan Kemp, commercial director at AG Barr and a hugely popular figure in the convenience channel, has announced his plans to retire.

Mr Porky is on the Tube

Pork scratchings brand Mr. Porky has kicked off a new social and YouTube campaign, highlighting the versatility of the brand to suit different nights in or out.
Pack shots of Fanta Apple, Fanta Raspberry and Fanta Tutti Fruit across a range of formats including 330ml cans, 500ml bottles and two litre bottles.

Fanta bubbles up excitement with trio of new flavours

CCEP has bolstered the Fanta Zero Sugar range of drinks with a trio of flavour developments with Fanta Zero Apple, Fanta Zero Raspberry and Fanta Zero Tutti Frutti.
Shelf of pastries

C-stores exempt from takeaway restrictions

ScotGov issues guidance on new restrictions Scottish convenience retailers are exempt from new Covid-19 restrictions on takeaways, which come into force on Saturday 16 January,...