Spar Scotland takes to the TV
SPAR has been appearing on the small screen as part of a new media campaign for the retail brand.
Promotions ban plan is pulled
THE Scottish Government has put controversial plans to restrict in-store promotions on ice.
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Retailers left in the lurch
Edinburgh retailers have expressed dismay at the announcement that online delivery platform Shoply will be pulling its service from stores in the capital.
Shop report finds drop in staffing
SCOTLAND’S convenience store sector has maintained the same retail footprint throughout the pandemic, although it has shed jobs according to the SGF’s annual Local Shop Report.
David Sands joins Spar Scotland
DAVID Sands Group has joined the Spar Scotland symbol in a partnership that brings together two of the most well-established names in Scottish retail.
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Support call ahead of Scottish Budget
Industry leaders of Scotland’s retail sector have called on the Scottish Government to freeze business rates ahead of the winter budget.
PayPoint’s retailer loans move
PayPoint has linked up with Funding Circle to allow the UK’s largest small business lending platform to provide funding access to the payment services provider’s network of 28,000 UK retail partners.
MARKET NEWS | 6 brand new products available in April
Scottish Grocer takes a look at what is available to stores across the Scottish convenience retail channel for the month ahead.
Get healthier sales from snacking
Matching the demand from younger consumers to enjoy healthier snacks and drinks can be a good way for convenience retailers to boost profits.
Galloway Gathering Project with FareShare Scotland a big success
Lactalis brand Galloway Cheddar has joined forces with FareShare Scotland to run a successful charity initiative across the country.
PayPoint Engage launched for FMCG brands and convenience retailers
PayPoint Engage is a new service that aims to boost sales of products for FMCG brands and drive up additional spend for convenience retailers.
Red Bull ‘energises soft drinks profits’
Energy drinks giant Red Bull is advising c-store retailers to stay stocked up on a variety of format sizes and emphasised the importance of multipacks.
A matter of heritage for Belhaven
Belhaven Brewery is shouting out the importance of legacy when it comes to consumer beer choices noting the brand's three century long history.
Edinburgh Gin lifts the spirits for Christmas
Edinburgh Gin aims to encourage more consumers to trade up for their gin gifting this year with the relaunch of its Christmas gin edition.
Flexibility over energy category pays off, says Boost Drinks
Energy firm Boost Drinks offers insights on ways convenience store retailers can make the most of the category through consumer trends and behaviour.
New Deal for Business plan is welcomed
The implementation plan for how the New Deal for Business Group recommendations will be taken forward have been broadly welcomed by the Scottish Retail Consortium.
