Co-op creates jobs for out of work hospitality staff
The Co-op plans to create 5,000 temporary roles in a bid to support hospitality workers who have lost their jobs as a result of the coronavirus crisis.
Get adventurous with Tilda’s new rice variants
Tilda has introduced its new Sticky Rice and Pudding Rice options.
Exchange for Change confirms containers logo
Exchange for Change has confirmed the required logo that will need to appear on all in-scope drinks containers as part of the upcoming deposit return scheme.
Swizzels drives the sweeter commuter route
Sweet-toothed shoppers looking for something to munch on while they are out and about should be covered by the selection from Swizzels, the confectioner reckons.
Coca-Cola donates £120k to communities chosen by ‘The Bosses’
CCEP has built further on its 'The Bosses' convenience channel campaign by donating £120k to charities chosen by the six 'Bosses' included in the marketing.
Baba’s makes a saucy addition to Aldi
Dundee born sauce brand Baba's Sauce has rolled out to Aldi stores across the whole of Scotland, bringing the homemade sauce to a range of new shoppers.
Scotmid Co-op makes a life-saving donation to St Andrew’s First Aid
Scottish convenience retailer Scotmid Co-op has marked 10 years of partnership with St Andrew's First Aid with a generous £5,000 donation to the charity.
Mrs Tilly’s highlights traditional treats
Scottish confectionery maker Mrs Tilly's is pointing out to retailers the benefits of stocking traditional treats such as its tablet and fudge selections for consumers celebrating Christmas and New Year.
Cheez-It crowned at Product of the Year awards
Global snacking firm Mars has scooped up a Product of the Year accolade for its Cheez-It Snap'd snacks range, proving the brand's success here in the UK.
Vault City brings a bowlful of flavour with cereal milk beer
Sour beer brewer Vault City has launched a new, nostalgic brew for consumers to enjoy by the spoonful with its new Cereal Spooner beer.
DRS prep advances with new hires at Exchange for Change
Exchange for Change, the firm in charge of rolling out DRS in the UK, has appointed five new senior leadership members to its team to support the scheme's rollout.
Convenience in brief | Four Loko, SRC, JW Filshill
Scottish Grocer highlights three stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Four Loko, the Scottish Retail Consortium and JW Filshill.
Team up for National Spritz Day
Two non-alcoholic brands have teamed up in time for National Spritz Day to offer consumers an alcohol free way to partake in the day.
Unitas calls for government support
WHOLESALE buying group Unitas has called for the government to underwrite the debts owed by small businesses.
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Pepsico has a Flamin’ Hot offer
Snacks giant PepsiCo has rolled out its Extra Flamin' Hot flavour platform to the UK market with three of its crisps brands following international success.
Haribo brings tangy tastes for new Goldbears and Balla Bites
Confectionery giant Haribo has unveiled two launches to its core range as the firm taps into the demand for more sour and zingy flavours in the market.
