Bizzi boosts into the market with three flavours
Bizzi energy drinks are making their way to the UK as US entrepreneur Ashley Verna aims to drive up the availability for collagen food and drink products.
Grants for all stores
Scottish Government u-turns on grant rules to offer funding for multiple properties in a single business
Asda’s £438m deal to fuel ambitions in convenience retail
Seven Scottish petrol stations are set to change hands as part of a major deal that will see the Co-op sell its entire forecourt estate to Asda.
The Fed weighs in on Circular Economy bill
Newly elected national president of The Fed Mo Razzaq has set out a pledge to support retailers set to lose out on the incoming Circular Economy Bill.
The giant c-stores
BRITISH shopping habits are changing and shoppers are increasingly shopping ‘little and often’ for c-store-sized basket loads. But that doesn’t mean they’re always...
New malt shaped by the Skye
Isle of Skye Single Malt Distillery brand Torabhaig has launched its new limited edition single malt that has been matured in sherry casks, Cnoc Na Mòine.
Scotland’s top alcohol brands: 3, 4 & 5
Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home alcoholic drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brands 3-5.
Bargain Booze owner collapses
Conviviality, the firm behind Bargain Booze, Central Convenience and Matthew Clark, is entering administration
Scottish firms’ new sweet offerings
Two Scottish brands - Fodilicious and Gin Bothy - have been highlighting their latest products that c-store retailers might want to stock.
Linking up cash with consumers
New app shows where cash can be accessed .
Further alcohol marketing consultation welcomed
Convenience retail and alcohol industry leaders have backed the Scottish Government’s decision to consult further with stakeholders over any new alcohol marketing regulations.
Seal of approval warrants concern
Alison Bryce, intellectual property and technology expert at Dentons UK discusses what implications the Queen’s death can have business.
Tunnock’s growth vision is un-wafer-ing
The Tunnock family have heavily invested in both the confectioner's staff and factory to help meet global demand, as Scottish Grocer discovered on a tour of the production plant.
Licence renewal will be ‘disaster’
Lawyer says process should be delayed
Events count in stores
Valentine's Day brought in some extra sales for Scotland but industry leaders warn of the tough economic times ahead as financial pressures mount up.
Report finds RBS hurt businesses
Bank squeezed SMEs in wake of financial crisis