Mackie’s rings the changes
Premium ice cream brand Mackie’s of Scotland has appointed a new managing director, as it eyes continued growth and development throughout the UK and abroad.
Cable aims for NMW increase
Convenience retail trade groups say don’t play politics with our sector
POLITICIANS should keep their hands off the National Minimum Wage. That’s the message from...
SWA keeps producers on the right road
The Scottish Wholesale Association has launched a new online portal to help point producers to relevant wholesalers to help them find new routes to market.
Boost Drinks unveils two new limited edition flavours
Soft drinks firm Boost Drinks has unveiled a duo of limited edition flavour across its Sport and Energy ranges, with a focus on current flavour demands.
Lurpak unveils first plant based spread
Leading UK dairy brand Lurpak has entered into the plant-based market for the first time with Lurpak Plant Based, responding to a rising consumer demand.
Facing up to customer contact – by the book
Costcutter has been piloting social media and now it’s ready to roll
FOLLOWING what it says has been a successful pilot scheme Costcutter is rolling...
Margiotta adds city store
As Sainsbury’s takes Marchmont independent
EDINBURGH-based retailer Margiotta Food and Wine is adding a store in the Polwarth area of the city to its chain.
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Win prizes in Doritos Dinamita *shopt promotion
Retailers are in with the chance to bag some cash prizes with the launch of Doritos Dinamita with a new partnership through cash rewards app *shopt.
Yoplait expands into adult yoghurt with new Skyr launch
Dairy products firm Yoplait has expanded into the adult yoghurt category with the launch of its new Yoplait Skyr Natural Yoghurt pots.
Scotland’s top brands: 3. Simon Howie
Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home food and drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brand number three.
Generation tobacco ban to go ahead
The new Labour Government has confirmed it will continue to pursue legislation to introduce the generational tobacco ban bill as part of the King's Speech.
Spar Scotland posts positive results amid turbulent trading period
Dundee wholesaler CJ Lang & Son has reported positive trading results despite the challenges of the trading environment from recent years.
Ribena introduces new Summer Fruits flavour
Soft drinks brand Ribena has unveiled a new Summer Fruits variant to its range in a bid to match demand from consumers across the UK.
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.
Fife Creamery sticks to wholehearted approach
Family run wholesaler Fife Creamery has kicked off its pledge to support local communities across Scotland with the first of its £1500 monthly donations.
Cost pressures hit retailers hard
INFLATION is at its highest level for a generation, costs are rising across the board and many retailers and customers alike are suffering the consequences of escalating financial pressure.
