Above inflation wage increase
THE minimum wage is set to increase by 6.2% in April, a hike well above inflation – which currently sits at 1.4%.
Hooch delivers a bold new flavour with Cherry variant
RTD alcohol brand Hooch has unveiled its latest flavour development with the introduction of its new Cherry Hooch drink in time for the spring.
Irn-Bru Energy returns to store shelves
Irn-Bru Energy has made its return to store shelves across the country as AG Barr looks to drive energy sales through its loyal consumer base.
Patch in sour tastes and feel blue
Jelly sweets brand Sour Patch Kids has unveiled its new lip-smacking variant with Blue Raspberry flavour.
HFSS proposals revealed
THE Scottish Government has unveiled plans to restrict promotions and limit the display of food and drink that is deemed high in fat, salt...
Taste of Spain in Edinburgh
Foods and Wines Spain is set to host the Taste Spain Edinburgh, showcasing the strength and versatility of products from the country.
Wattshot makes a Scottish first
Premium gin shot Wattshot has made its way to the Scottish market as the gin rolls out to venues across Edinburgh and is available for online purchase.
Add in colour with new M&M’s Minis Cookies
Mars Chocolate Drinks & Treats are set to bring more younger shoppers to the cookie aisle with the launch of its new Cookies with Chocolate M&M's Minis.
Tap into tapas & wine nights with Tapabrava
Pernod Ricard is out to capitalise on the growing demand for Spanish foods by bringing Spanish wine brand Tapabravas over to the UK market.
Starbucks gains with new Protein Drinks
Arla Foods, the firm behind Starbucks RTD drinks, has unveiled its new Starbuck Protein Drink with Coffee range to tap into the emerging category.
Schweppes Mix enters RTD category with new cocktail cans
Mixer brand Schweppes has entered into the canned cocktail category for the first time with two new RTD cocktail serves ideal for the summer
The Falkland Collection launches first whisky bottling
Scotch whisky brand The Falkland Collection has launched its first-ever bottling with the roll out of the new The Falkland Collection Speyside Single Malt.
Scots shine at Fed event
Highly regarded Scottish retailer set out his vision for the Fed as he was elected national president the day after three other Scots won honours at the Fed Awards.
Coca-Cola spreads festive joy in Christmas 2025 giveaway
Drinks giant CCEP is set to bring some extra festive joy to consumers with a new on-pack promotion as part of its Christmas marketing activity.
Scotland business rates frozen for another year
ScotGov has announced a freeze to business rates for another year, as retailers continue to face constant challenges to trading in the retail sector.
Caorunn gets cosy with cocktail recipes for autumn evenings
Scottish gin brand, Caorunn has created three autumnal cocktails in collaboration with its gin ambassador, award-winning mixologist Walter Pintus







































