David Lonsdale is asking Shona Robison to take action to help Scottish retailers.

Retailers ‘face £13m rates hike’

The Scottish Retail Consortium is warning that retailers could face a £13million hike in business rates in the new year and is calling for Holyrood ministers to take action to help businesses.
Pack shots of £1.25 PMP Space Raiders Saucy BBQ packs.

Space Raiders expands on PMP portfolio

KP Snacks is set to support retailers in capitalising on the demand for more barbecue flavours with the launch of Space Raiders Saucy BBQ in a £1.25 PMP format.
The PRA Forecourt Roadshow Scotland attracted plenty of visitors and trade stands.

PRA roadshow helps to drive growth

Forecourt operators and exhibitors alike hailed the Petrol Retailers Association's recent Scottish roadshow as a huge success.
Dan & Nicole Brown stand together in front of Spar Market Pinkie Farm in Musselburgh.

Dan Brown acquires ownership of Pinkie Farm

Dan Brown and his family have acquired 100% ownership of Pinkie Farm from the Sands family, expressing an ambition to expand the convenience retail business.
Mo Razzaq stands at a podium with The Fed logo on it.

Retailers urge action on crime in new Fed research

The Fed has slammed the government for its inaction towards retail crime following the results of new research the organisation conducted.
An Asda Foundation staff member presents The Courtyard Pantry Foodbank with a cheque for £1,000.

Asda Foundation funds Scottish foodbanks this winter

Supermarket charity initiative Asda Foundation has announced its has donated over £30,000 to Scottish foodbanks in time for the winter season.
A can of Whitebox Cocktails' Collina & Co Espresso Martini serve stands next to a coupe glass with the cocktail inside, both stand on a tabletop against a blue background.

Whitebox Cocktails shakes up a new Espresso Martini

Edinburgh-based canned cocktail brand Whitebox Cocktails has launched its new Espresso Martini serve with the new canned Collina & Co Espresso Martini.
Pack shots of Spar 1kg Pick 'N' Mix bags including the Jelly Mix and the Fizzy Mix.

Spar launches new 1kg Pick ‘N’ Mix sweets

New Pick 'N' Mix confectionery bags have rolled out to select Spar stores across Scotland, England and Wales, offering consumers a nostalgic sweet hit.
Packs of Cox & Co Hot Chocolate Spoons including Miso & Caramel, Mint and Single Origin flavours.

Cox & Co stirs in hot chocolate indulgence

Luxury dark chocolate brand Cox & Co. has unveiled a trio of treats with the launch of its vegan-suitable Hot Chocolate Spoons range.
VARS screen on a till that highlights blacklisted cars that have previously driven off without paying for fuel.

VARS marks theft prevention milestone

Forecourt protection services firm VARS Technology has hit a landmark 1million incidents of reporting blacklisted vehicles, preventing losses at the pumps.
Pack shots of Flash cleaning products including Flash Dust Magnet Mrs Hinch Vacay Vibes, Flash Spray Wipe Hinched and Flash All-Purpose Cleaner Cosy Season.

UK’s top cleaning brand revealed

Product of the Year has found the UK's top cleaning brand alongside the most important factors behind their purchases of cleaning products.
Rachel Reeves, chancellor of the exchequer, stands at a podium delivering a speech with a TV screen featuring her to her left.

ACS warns of £634m cost from Budget

The ACS has warned of a massive hike in costs for c-store owners of £634million should certain policy changes be implemented in the Autumn Budget.
Pack shots of WKD X Citrus Ice and Purple Grape cans.

WKD expands on X range of drinks

Caffeinated RTD drink WKD X has rolled out two new flavour variants to its core range alongside the first dedicated media campaign for the sub-brand.
Pack shots of Häagen-Dazs ice cream including Red Velvet Cheesecake and Mint Chocolate variants.

Häagen-Dazs unveils Christmas ice cream editions

Ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs has unveiled two new variants for its Limited Edition Festive Collection with Red Velvet Cheesecake and Mint Chocolate.
A row of Blu Bar disposable vapes in a gantry.

ScotGov announces disposable vape ban delay

The Scottish Government has confirmed it will delay the incoming ban on disposable vapes to 1 June, falling in line with England and Wales' plans.
A group of retailers stand together for the *Shopt Refer a Friend Scheme launch with a neon sign of the *shopt logo.

*Shopt kicks off Refer a Friend scheme

Retailer rewards app *shopt has kicked off its new 'Refer a Friend' scheme, offering current users the chance to earn up to £1,000 to spend in the app.