Time is ticking on DRS deadline

Humza Yousaf has given the Prime Minister until the end of the day to allow the inclusion of glass in the deposit return scheme or it could be scrapped.

Going on the retail road

New president plans a Scottish sweep to meet retailer members in local stores REPRESENTATIVE organisation the Scottish Grocers Federation now defends the interests of and...
Daniel Johnson MSP worked to bring the bill into power in Scotland in 2021.

MSP highlights retail crime crisis

Labour MSP Daniel Johnson has highlighted the recent rise in retail crime in a letter to the chief constable of Police Scotland that was signed by a number of convenience channel leaders.
Biscuit brand McVities sneaks into the freezers with ice-cream launch

Biscuit brand McVitie’s sneaks into the freezers with ice-cream launch

Biscuit brand McVities sneaks into the freezers with ice-cream launch.
Promotional image for Spar Scotland's 'Spin into Spring' mechanic for the spring 2026 season.

Spar Scotland unveils new spin to win mechanic for spring promotion

Spar Scotland has unveiled an exclusive digital activation for spring 2026 with its new spin-to-win mechanic 'Spin into Spring'.
Bottles of The Famous Grouse range lined up against a red background with the illustration of a grouse behind the bottles.

The Famous Grouse moves to William Grant & Sons

Premium spirits firm Edrington has announced plans for the sale of The Famous Grouse to William Grant & Sons as it makes a move away from blended whisky.
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.
Daniel Johnson, Colin Smith and Richard Lochhead at the Holyrood reception.

Scottish wholesalers make parliamentary delivery

Politicians have been given an insight into all channels of Scotland’s food and drinks sector during a Scottish Wholesale Association parliamentary reception at Holyrood.

Scotmid launches deposit return

SCOTMID has become the latest retailer to pilot DRS with the introduction of a reverse vending machine (RVM) for drinks containers at its South...

Virtue wins for Asda stores

Asda has picked up a gold gong for its Scottish-produced non-alcoholic Rhubarb & Ginger Botanical Drink at the London Spirits Competition.

Small and mighty

SOME retailers might not consider 400 sq ft a lot of room – to Idnan Hanif, of U-Save in Stoneyburn in West Lothian, it...
Tesco healthier range

Health goals for Booker

Tesco has pledged to extend its commitment to healthier food to the Booker arm of its business, as well as its Central European operations.
Josie Cattermoul, trading director at CJ Lang & Son.

CJ Lang appoints new trading director

CJ Lang & Son has appointed Josie Cattermoul has its new trading director to drive profitable growth across the Spar Scotland estate.
The Drinks Bureau Boxed Cocktails including Spicy Margarita, Passion Fruit Martini and Espresso Martini with the cocktails served in glasses next to each of the boxes with a red curtain in the background.

The Drinks Bureau expands into Morrisons stores

Multi-award winning RTD cocktails brand, The Drinks Bureau, has secured its first permanent grocery listing across UK Morrisons stores.
Head shots of Lynda Heywood (L) and Juliet Sotnick (R), non-executive directors at UK DMO.

UK DMO appoints new directors to bring more business experience to DRS roll out

The UK DMO has strengthened its management team further with the appointment of two new, non-executive directors to its board.

Mrs Hinch brings a holiday feeling in Vacay Vibes

Procter & Gamble has launched its latest collaboration with home-care influencer Mrs Hinch with the new Orange Blossom & Coastal Cypress scent.
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