Andrew Peace wine bolsters the range
Australian wine brand Andrew Peace has launched six new SKUs to its range in time for the winter months offering larger formats at lower ABVs.
Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight kicks off
Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight returns for its 14th year as Scotland Food & Drink aims to boost up more local produce over the fortnight.
Retailers ‘behave responsibly on slushie sales’
Convenience channel bosses have spoken out to allay fears of irresponsible sales of slushies to youngsters following warnings of health dangers.
Convenience in Brief | Scottish Grocer Awards, Post Office and Spar news
Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that tell convenience retailers about its own 2023 awards ceremony, Post Office cash stats and Spar's help for charity.
Market News | Blu Bar, Haribo, Buzzballs, Bloo
Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
UWS trade show highlights industry Bonds
United Wholesale Scotland rounded off its successful trade show with a 007-themed awards dinner. Meanwhile the Scottish Wholesale Association is gearing up for its Achievers Awards.
Swizzels gets in the Halloween spirit
Halloween brings retailers the chance to drive up some store profits through confectionery and Swizzels aims to support store owners in treats with no tricks.
Scottish youth vape sales shock
Trading Standards Scotland officers say one in five Scottish retailers have been found willing to sell vapes to under-18s and there are now calls for a crackdown.
Golden Wonder banks on the value of PMPs
Tayto Group aims to bring value to consumers' snacking needs with its range of £1 PMP sharing pack options including some new launches.
Mars Wrigley gets the festive feeling
Mars Wrigley has revealed its new line up for the festive season this year, with plenty of NPD for the Maltesers brand and some returning favourites.
Consumer confidence falls ahead of Golden Quarter
While inflation has been falling there are plenty of signs that consumer confidence has also dropped, with some disappointing sales figures.
Concern over alcohol duty rate changes
Convenience channel leaders have warned of the negative impact changes to alcohol duty rates will have on retailers, consumers and criminal activity.
Sodastream looks to inspire the day
Sodastream has teamed up with an artist and neuroscientist to help stimulate consumers minds and encourage more productive daydreams.
Cadbury counts down to Christmas
Mondelez International has unveiled its range for the festive season this year with a selection of Cadbury goodies for consumers to sink their teeth into.
Call for shop crime statistics transparency
The Scottish Grocers' Federation wants shop crime prosecution figures to be made public in a bid to deter offenders and encourage retailers to report incidents.
Barr powers up the Bru
Barr Soft Drinks is set to power up the energy drinks category with the launch of the new range of drinks PWR-BRU expanding on its energy range.
