Pack shots of Irn-Bru, Irn-Bru Sugar Free and Irn-Bru XTRA with the 2025 Christmas design against an orange background.

Irn-Bru Snowman ad is back on TV

Irn-Bru's iconic Snowman ad is back on the TV once again this year, helping to kick off the Christmas season for many consumers across Scotland.
A man wears a novelty false moustache in the image on the left as a man shows the sideburns he has grown on his face in the image on the right.

Simon Howie brings a hairy twist to Burns Night fundraising

Simon Howie's challenge to raise funds for SAMH PERTHSHIRE butchery brand Simon Howie has given Burns Night a hairy twist this January as it has...
Envipco president Bob Lincoln (right) and Edinburgh South West MP Joanna Cherry watch school kids at the launch of the RVM trial

Date set for DRS

DEPOSIT return is set to go live on 1 April 2021. New regulations published by the Scottish Government outline how DRS will work in Scotland. While...

GroceryAid Scotland branch has new top team

The GroceryAid Scotland branch has a new top team to lead the committee as it pursues fresh ways to raise both funds for and awareness of the charity.
Pack shots of the 2025 redesign for Surcare including Washing Up Liquid, Fabric Softener, Non Bio Washing Powder, Non Bio Laundry Capsules and Non Bio Laundry Liquid.

Surcare unveils rebrand across its suite of laundry products

Senstive-skincare laundry brand Surcare has unveiled its new rebrand in an effort to encourage more shoppers to consider laundry as part of a skincare routine.
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Concern over alcohol duty rate changes

Convenience channel leaders have warned of the negative impact changes to alcohol duty rates will have on retailers, consumers and criminal activity.
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UWS prepares for the future

Asim Sarwar announces change at the top .
Pack shots of Lenor Crease Releaser in travel-size bottles including Exotic Bloom & Moonlight Lily, Spring Awakening and Jasmine Red Berries.

Lenor is on the go for Crease Releaser range

Lenor has launched a new travel size format for its Crease Releaser range as the brand aims to alleviate the consumer stress of travelling.

A night of wholesale success

The Scottish Wholesale Association has once again recognised the very best in the sector at its 21st Achievers Awards ceremony.
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Touch up grey sales

Look at the ads and you’d think beauty was a young woman’s (and man’s) business. But you’d be very wrong, finds Kantar Worldpanel THERE is...
Showcasing Scotland UK will allow Scottish producers to meet with buyers from across the home nations.

Convenience in brief | The Fed, FDF Scotland, Scotland Food & Drink

Scottish Grocer highlights three stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from The Fed, FDF Scotland and Scotland Food & Drink.

Britain’s top sweets revealed

Prospectus Global has found Britain's top sweet choices in new market research which finds many consumers are looking to more retro options.
A Yorkie Salted Caramel Pretzel bar is broken in two with pieces flying out from it against a blue background.

Yorkie unveils new Salted Caramel Pretzel bar

Classic chocolate bar brand Yorkie has unveiled its new limited edition Salted Caramel Pretzel variant as the brand celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.
Packs of Gnaw impulse chocolate bars are stacked on a countertop with a cafe scene in the background. Variants include Honeycomb + Caramel, Popcorn + Peanut, Sticky Toffee Pudding and Seville Orange.

GNAW chocolate brings a four-strong impulse range to the table

Artisanal chocolate brand GNAW has unveiled a new range of milk chocolate impulse bars as the brand aims to expand its presence across store floors.
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Industry vital to food safety

Whatever happens in September’s independence referendum Scotland will have a new body tasked with ensuring the safety of the country’s food. THE Food (Scotland)...

Charitable calls

Community retailer Scotmid is looking for its next charity partner for 2023-24 to help fundraise and build support for a local cause.