How will we tax?

Continuing our look at issues of special interest to retailers as we approach 18 September’s momentous vote. SCOTLAND’S people will decide next month whether they...
The biennial ScotHot trade event is returning to the SEC Glasgow on 26 and 27 February, giving retailers the chance to explore a variety of opportunities.

ScotHot25 set to inspire retailers

Convenience retailers can stay ahead of the competition by making sure they visit ScotHot25, which is taking place at the SEC Glasgow on 26 and 27 February, say the event’s organisers.
A Tom Cruise lookalike takes a selfie with people in a London park whilst holding a packet of Quorn Cocktail Sausages.

Quorn calls in Tom Cruise lookalike to roll out campaign

Meat-free foods brand Quorn is set to kick off a new TV campaign this summer but has recruited in some extra help from a Tom Cruise lookalike.
Greens MSP Lorna Slater

Calls to delay DRS rejected

The Scottish Government has reaffirmed its commitment to deliver its deposit return scheme (DRS) on time despite calls from drinks and hospitality industry leaders for a pause.
Grahams family with award-winning products

Graham’s milking the profits and scooping prizes

Graham’s milking the profits and scooping prizes
Cans of Hive Mind Honeyade, The Scottish Bee Company Chocolate Spread with Honey jar and bars of GNAW Chocolate with Honeycomb and Caramel are all grouped together to mark World Bee Day.

Trio of bee-corp brands unite for World Bee Day

B-Corp firms Hive Mind Mead, The Scottish Bee Company and GNAW Chocolate have teamed up to support World Bee Day this year.

Beam Suntory on a Global rebrand

Beam Suntory has announced it has officially rebranded to Suntory Global Spirits, in a bid to highlight its position in the worldwide spirits market.
Premier 'Refresh @ Premier' Station with slushie machines including Tango Ice Blast, Coca-Cola Frozen and Fanta Frozen.

Rising energy costs push up inflation

A rise in Ofgem's energy price cap has pushed inflation back up above the Bank of England's target of 2%, according to the latest ONS data.

Scotland’s top brands: 7. Mackie’s of Scotland

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 number seven.

Swizzels aims to tempt the ‘big night in’ customers

Confectionery firm Swizzels looks to bring in more of the 'big night in' shoppers to convenience stores through its wide range of PMPs.

It’s decision time for Nisa

IT’S make your mind up time for Nisa retailers who will this month be asked to vote on The Co-op Group’s offer to purchase the buying group.
Current and former members of Parliament, members of Sir Anwar Pervez's family and colleagues and Sir Anwar all gather in Parliament to mark 50 years of Bestway as well as Sir Anwar's 90th birthday celebrations.

Sir Anwar Pervez and the Bestway legacy is celebrated at Parliament

Current and former members of Parliament have celebrated the life of Sir Anwar Pervez at Parliament as the businessman turns 90 years old.
Tennent's is building its support for the Scotland team with its on-pack promotion for the Euros.

UEFA Euro 2024 build-up – Tennent’s

Scottish Grocer highlights brands and convenience channel operators which are celebrating the UEFA Euro 2024 football tournament.

Spar Scotland crowned top Guild

The Spar Scottish Guild roared at the top at the Spar Conference 2024 as it was crowned the Spar Guild Challenge Winner at the event in South Africa.
A pink, yellow and purple can design

Four Loko launches Hawaii flavour

Launch takes the flavour range of the no1 RTD brand in Scotland to 10 Four Loko has launched a new tropical flavour of its...

Added Irn

First new Bru in 35 years as Barr launches Xtra IRN-BRU, Scotland’s most valuable non-alcoholic Scottish food and drink brand has a whole new style...