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 ÂŁ1,000.

Asda Foundation funds Scottish foodbanks this winter

Supermarket charity initiative Asda Foundation has announced its has donated over ÂŁ30,000 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 ÂŁ634m cost from Budget

The ACS has warned of a massive hike in costs for c-store owners of ÂŁ634million 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 ÂŁ1,000 to spend in the app.
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.
Bottles of The Scottish Bee Company Hot Honey stand on a wooden table including Kimchi Hot Honey Drizzle and Scotch Bonnet Hot Honey Drizzle with a small ceramic bowl with a honey dipper stick in it.

Scottish Bee Company jumps on hot honey trend

Local honey producer The Scottish Bee Company is set to help retailers capture the demand for 'swicy' products with its new Hot Honey Drizzles.
Packets of Swizzels Squashies Naughty & Nice sit against a red and green backdrop with the sweets scattered across the table.

Swizzels rolls out Christmas Squashies

Swizzels has launched its first-ever Christmas-themed pack for its Squashies brand with the new Naughty & Nice sweets to drive up sales this festive season.
A group of kids in school sit between banners for the Healthy Living Programme Welby Breakfast Club and Scotmid Co-op.

Scotmid pledges support to the HLP

Scotmid Co-op has pledged to continue supporting the HLP Welby Breakfast initiative with a commitment to contribute towards them for the next 12 months.