Commitment is in the bag
SCOTTISH Government-funded environmental body Zero Waste Scotland has launched the Carrier Bag Commitment for Scottish retailers.
New laws passed by the Scottish Parliament will require...
Elaine C Smith tops the bill
The Scottish Grocer can reveal the host for the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023 as Elaine C Smith, known for her TV comedy roles and Christmas pantomimes.
Getting through to Wembley
IT’S a brand that many think helps define Scotland but Irn-Bru’s latest TV ad brings a staunch English dimension to its marketing mix.
The latest...
Co-op’s Scot push
£28m to be invested in Scotland with new stores.
CJ Lang to pull 31 Post Offices
SPAR Scotland wholesaler CJ Lang will pull Post Office franchises from 31 stores across its company-owned estate over a six month period.
PepsiCo highlights Extra Flamin’ Hot snacks range
PepsiCo is meeting the consumer demand for spicy snacks with its Extra Flamin' Hot Doritos, Walkers Max and Wotsits Crunchy offerings, while Premier Foods has created some Angel Delight ice creams to cool things down.
The Irn-Bru Snowman is back
The new ad brings Scottish consumers the next chapter in a tale of festive flight and increasingly frosty relations
McCain’s charity donation supports Family Fund
Chips brand McCain has doubled its 2023 donation to leading UK charity Family Fund.
SBF rolls out new Ribena promotion
SBF GB&I is giving consumers the chance to win cash prizes, experience vouchers or holiday packages as part of its latest on-pack promotion for Ribena.
How will we tax?
Continuing our look at issues of special interest to retailers as we approach 18 September’s momentous vote.
SCOTLAND’S people will decide next month whether they...
Landmark boss slams Tesco-Booker deal
LANDMARK Wholesale has fired heavy criticism in the direction of the Competition and Markets Authority’s decision to approve the merger of retail giant Tesco...
Anthon Berg orders a double celebration
Danish chocolatier Anthon Berg has ordered a double celebration this year as the brand celebrates two special anniversaries this year.
FareShare seeks more industry help
FareShare Glasgow and the West of Scotland is urgently appealing for new suppliers to donate their surplus food to feed people who are going hungry.
Hovis keeps it toasty
Hovis offers convenience retailers tips on how to keep sales from the bread and bakery section toasty throughout this winter season.
Grocer to test energy age restriction
SUPERMARKET chain Morrisons is to test a ban on sales of energy drinks to under-16s in six stores.
Vape stores fail age test
TEST purchasing in four cities across Great Britain, including Glasgow and Edinburgh, revealed that two thirds of the country’s vape stores are at risk...
