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Scottish Grocers' Federation chief executive Pete Cheema.

SGF highlights true cost of Budget hikes in new study

The SGF has highlighted the true cost of employment to convenience store employers following new rises to wages and National Insurance coming into force on 1 April.
Pack shots of Terry's Chocolate Mint Toothpaste.

Terry’s unveils new Mint Chocolate Toothpaste

Dentists and children across the UK are set to rejoice as beloved British chocolate brand Terry's unveils its first Chocolate Mint Toothpaste.
The Equi's rollout to Scotmid stores includes its new Strawberry Cheesecake flavour.

Market news | Equi’s, Kepak, Hobgoblin, Inch’s

Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales, featuring Equi's, Kepak, Hobgoblin and Inch's.
Bestway is encouraging Scottish convenience retailers to adopt its dual-supply hybrid store concept.

Convenience in brief | Bestway, SAIP, Co-op

Scottish Grocer highlights three stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Bestway, SAIP and Co-op.
Abby and her mum are hoping to holiday in Asia following her massive prize win.

Scottish winner for Spar Frozen Fortunes

Spar has unveiled the lucky shoppers who have grabbed the £10,000 Frozen Fortunes grand prize, with the Scottish winner invited to Spar Renfrew to receive a cheque.
Packshot of Kerrygold Spreadable butter.

Kerrygold butter grows range with Spreadable butter

Ornua Foods is set to offer a more convenient option for fans of the Kerrygold butter brand with the launch of its new Kerrygold Spreadable tub.
Pack shot of Bobby's Gumi Yum Surprise featuring the egg shaped candy both in and outside its packaging.

Gumi Yum Surprise rolls out to UK wholesaler

New Zealand confectionery brand and TikTok sensation Gumi Yum Surprise is set to launch to the UK market due to a new deal with World of Sweets and Bobby's.
Estelle Balfour, regional development manager at JW Filshill, stands in front of the Filshill 150 logo on a white wall.

Filshill bolsters sales team with new hire

Glasgow-based wholesaler JW Filshill has bolstered the strength of its sales team with the appointment of Estelle Balfour as its new regional development manager.
The Fed's national president, Mo Razzaq.

Retailers warn of job cuts from Budget increases

The Fed has warned of potential job losses across independent retail stores across the UK due to the double whammy rise in minimum wage and NI contributions.
Packs of Yorkie Biscuit & Brownie chocolate bars lay across a grey surface, with the chocolate bars lying outside the wrapper as well.

Yorkie unveils new Biscuit & Brownie flavour

British chocolate bar brand Yorkie has unveiled a new limited edition flavour Biscuit & Brownie using cocoa that has been sourced via Nestlé's Income Accelerator programme.
Checkout Scotland raises awareness about GroceryAid and provides a cash boost for the charity.

Checkout Scotland is back

The major musical event run by the GroceryAid Scotland branch – Checkout Scotland – promises to be back with a bang later in the year.
Katie Secretan has been appointed as managing director for Co-op Wholesale.

Nisa relaunches as Co-op Wholesale

The Co-op Group has relaunched Nisa as Co-op Wholesale in a move it says shows its commitment to the independent retail sector while targeting other growth opportunities.
The PRA Forecourt Roadshow Scotland attracts plenty of visitors and trade stands.

PRA Forecourt Roadshow returning to Scotland

Scottish service station retailers can find out all about sector developments at the Petrol Retailers Association (PRA) Forecourt Roadshow later this spring.
Official data shows thefts from Scottish shops leapt 18% to 43,000 recorded incidents in 2024.

Police Scotland Retail Crime Taskforce welcomed

The Scottish Retail Consortium has welcomed the launch of Police Scotland’s Retail Crime Taskforce and Action Plan – set up using £3million of Scottish Government funding.
The Healthy Living Programme team visited 19 stores and six schools when they toured the Hebrides last year.

Convenience in brief | HLP, Booker, the Fed

Scottish Grocer highlights three stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from the Healthy Living Programme, Booker and the Fed.
Pack shots of Cadbury Fingers biscuits with on-pack promotions for the Crossed Fingers campaign.

Keep Fingers Crossed as activation returns with more prizes

Cadbury's popular biscuit brand Cadbury Fingers has kicked off its 'Fingers Crossed' promotion once again for 2025, offering consumers some massive cash prizes.