Inflation falls ahead of Reeves’ spring statement
Seasonal events such as Valentine's helped to boost Scottish sales in February as the overall inflation figure saw a small dip by the end of the month.
Spar Scotland kicks off 2025 Tradeshow
Spar Scotland has kicked off its plans for the upcoming 2025 Tradeshow event with the new theme of 'Inspiring Success' in the sector.
Public backing for glass in DRS
Four in five Scottish consumers say glass should be included in a deposit return scheme (DRS) – a new survey has revealed .
DEFRA outlines single-use vape ban
The UK Government has outlined new guidance on the incoming disposable vape ban, including device definitions and the consequences of selling them from 1 June.
The scale of Scotland’s illicit vape trade
A new report has found that nearly 16,000 illicit vape devices were seized in Scotland last year, highlighting the scale of the illegal trade in the country.
JW Filshill records strong financial results
JW Filshill has reported a strong financial year for the business, with a rise in annual turnover for the year to January 2024.
Landmark and Today’s merger
LANDMARK Wholesale and Today’s Group have unveiled plans to merge. Subject to member approval, the merged buying group will be known as Unitas Wholesale...
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.
Children under 8 should avoid slushies, say medics
The British Medical Association has called for a new age restriction on slushie drinks after new research from the organisation found the drinks could present a danger to young children.
Nine in 10 hit by shop theft
92% of retailers affected but much going unreported, say police
NINE in 10 convenience retailers experienced some form of shop theft in 2014, yet much...
A warm welcome for the latest guidance
The administrator for the deposit return scheme in Scotland, Circularity Scotland, has said the latest government guidance will significantly reduce the cost of the scheme for the industry and consumers.
Employer national insurance contributions frozen as OBR leaks Autumn Budget details
Details about the UK Government's Autumn Budget has been leaked early as the Office for Budget Responsibility unveiled an early report detailing elements of the statement.
Changes afoot at CJ Lang
CJ Lang's new bosses have big ambitions
THE new faces at the top of CJ Lang have made clear their intentions to revamp the Dundee-based...
Food ideas find 4000 fans
2014 Speciality Show titles reward food champs and Orkney producers plan an island festival
SCOTLAND’S Speciality Food Show 2014 has announced the winners of its...
Bargain Booze owner collapses
Conviviality, the firm behind Bargain Booze, Central Convenience and Matthew Clark, is entering administration
Smokehead capitalises on barbecue season with new campaign
Islay whisky brand Smokehead has announced its plans for a new campaign that will sit the whisky alongside barbecues in time for the summer season.
