Making the most of sugar confectionery
The sugar confectioney category remains one of the biggest drivers of impulse decisions for convenience store shoppers – and retailers should capitalise by having a good variety, says Perfetti Van Melle.
New chiefs in role position
Bestway has continued to strengthen its senior teams with three new hires for the wholesaler, along with two further appointments to its retail outfit.
Cadbury partners with Alzheimer’s Research
Cadbury has shown its support for Alzheimer's Research UK with the launch if its Memory Bar Boxes in a bid to grow awareness and support for the charity.
Jimmy’s Iced Coffee launches Caramel Waffle flavour
Ready-to-drink coffee brand Jimmy's Iced Coffee has launched a new limited edition flavours with its new Caramel Waffle coffee drink.
Brexit means challenges
Scottish independent retailers say Brexit is already affecting business
Barr set to heat up sales in soft drinks
AG Barr is pushing retailers to capitalise on the summer heat this year with its wide range of brands to help appeal to a number of consumer desires.
Public urged to mind shops
Costcutter launches new campaign
Red Bull opens on flavour in Winter Edition
Red Bull has some summer love for the launch of its new The Winter Edition with tips on how to signpost the energy drinks range across stores.
Scotmid sees profit dip
Brodie satisfied in a tough year for all retailers
EDINBURGH-based independent co-operative Scotmid saw group profits decline by a quarter in the year to 25...
Building loyalty across Morrisons Daily stores
Morrisons More Card customers can earn double points on every product purchased across Morrisons Daily stores during a limited two-week time period.
Stockley’s embraces a nostalgic favourite with new Treacle Toffee packs
Classic confectionery brand Stockley's has embraced another nostalgic classic treat in its range with the introduction of its new Treacle Toffee packs.
Convenience in brief | Fodilicious, ScottishPower, KeyStore news
Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Fodilicious, ScottishPower and KeyStore.
Crime continues to plague retail sector
CONVENIENCE stores in Scotland continue to be badly affected by retail crime, according to the latest report from the Scottish Grocers Federation.
Filshill rises to the challenge of snowstorm
Food and drink wholesaler JW Filshill has commended the efforts of its staff in the delivery chain during the recent spell of winter weather conditions across Scotland.
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.
Retailer Reality – crime epidemic
Scottish c-store bosses have told of their sickening crime experiences, which included a pregnant retailer who was repeatedly kicked in the stomach by a female thief.
