Lord Advocat James Wolffe

One last bout over minimum pricing

UK Supreme Court hears SWA’s appeal on MUP WHAT should be the final tussle over Scottish Government legislation on Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP) for alcohol...
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Time to overcome c-store barriers

Scotland’s MSPs created grocery industry history when they debated the position of the country’s independent c-stores. Scottish Grocer’s John McNee took in the debate. SCOTTISH...
Londis Solo Convenience in Baillieston, Glasgow, is among the participating stores in the winter charity initiative.

Suntory in winter charity drive

Soft drinks giant Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I is partnering with leading independent convenience retailers to support with stock donations to local communities and charities.
A pack of Indie Bay Snacks Pretzel Thins Lightly Salted is against a blue background with a red mountain range under it and the Indie Bay logo above the pack.

Kestrel Foods acquires Indie Bay Snacks

Kestrel Foods has acquired Indie Bay Snacks from Nurture Brands, building up its portfolio with another award-winning healthier savoury snacking brand.
This year's Checkout Scotland will see Example, B*witched and The Supernaturals take to the stage.

Scottish efforts to boost GroceryAid

Scottish supporters of GroceryAid are stepping up their efforts to raise money for the charity with three big activities – starting with the Checkout Scotland event.
Fox’s biscuits launches Chocolatey as a ‘Masterbrand’ with a £3m marketing push

Fox’s biscuits rebrands its Fabulous range as Chocolatey

Fox’s biscuits rebrands its Fabulous range as Chocolatey
Pack shots of McCoy's Epic Eats Flamin' Fajita and Grilled Cheese.

McCoy’s builds on the Epic Eats in new promo

KP Snacks has expanded on the McCoy's Epic Eats range with the addition of two new American inspired flavours and a new prize promo to drive up sales.
Pack shots of the Christmas 2025 designs for the New York Bakery bagel range.

New York Bakery introduces Christmas packs for bagels range

New York Bakery has added a festive touch to its line-up for 2025 with its new, limited edition Christmas pack designs across its bagels range.

Nisa supports Kirkcaldy convenience

Avens Retail has opened up its new store Kirkcaldy with support from Nisa Retail as the new fascia looks to elevate the convenience offering.

Spar Scotland supports football’s Future Stars

Spar Scotland continues its support for women's and girl's football as its Future Stars tournament celebrates its third year following the final match in March.

Frubes freeze over the summer

Yoplait has marked its biggest investment ever into its annual Frubes Freeze 'Em campaign as the firm aims to drive sales with its core consumer audience.

UK DRS plans revealed

DEFRA unveils plans for potential UK-wide scheme WITH Scotland’s deposit return scheme still under consultation, the UK Government has published its own DRS plans. The UK...

Scotland’s top brands: 4. Bells Food Group

Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home food and drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brand No.4 – Bells.
National Lottery resurrects iconic gold hand and “It Could Be You!” strapline

National Lottery resurrects iconic gold hand and ‘It Could Be You!’ strapline

The “It Could Be You!” strapline was first used when the National Lottery was launched in 1994.

Utilising feedback to build tech offer

MHouse uses its feedback to build its tech offering and its sales

Market News | Finsbury cakes, Haribo, Oppo Brothers, St Pierre

Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.