Brewers slam DRS
SCOTLAND’S independent brewing sector could face disaster under the government’s proposed regulations for a deposit return scheme.
Independent brewers have warned that the cost and...
MUP claims called into question
TRDP raises doubts over MUP reports
A BRITISH Medical Journal (BMJ) study claiming minimum unit pricing has brought about a reduction in alcohol sales has...
Sainsbury’s convenience expansion
SAINSBURY’S has announced plans to expand its convenience presence by opening 110 new Sainsbury’s Local stores.
The move will see Sainsbury’s convenience footprint grow by...
Date set for DRS
DEPOSIT return is set to go live on 1 April 2021.
New regulations published by the Scottish Government outline how DRS will work in Scotland.
While...
ScotGov committed to promotion restrictions
THE Scottish Government has renewed its commitment to restrict food promotions in its programme for 2019/20.
While the commitment does not mean new restrictions are...
Public backing for glass in DRS
Four in five Scottish consumers say glass should be included in a deposit return scheme (DRS) – a new survey has revealed .
Town centres struggle
Almost one in ten town centre units lay vacant this summer, according to figures from the Scottish Retail Consortium .
Budget must bring rates action
The Scottish Retail Consortium has called on government to publish a timetabled plan to “substantially reduce” business rates .
Report finds retailers on top of MUP
SCOTTISH retailers have been commended for effectively implementing minimum unit pricing (MUP).
A new report published by NHS Health Scotland found that MUP has been...
No energy for under-16s
Age restrictions on energy drinks sales have moved a step closer to reality .
Cash still crucial for Scotland
More withdrawals than London and South East .
PayPoint and Scottish Gas to end partnership
Scottish Gas customers will have to go elsewhere .
UK Gov plans energy drink ban for under-16s
AGE restrictions on energy drinks sales have moved a step closer to reality, with the UK Government confirming plans to introduce a ban south...
Industry rails against ScotGov’s DRS plan
Implementation group members highly critical of proposals
Linking up cash with consumers
New app shows where cash can be accessed .
UWS prepares for the future
Asim Sarwar announces change at the top .
