Cheers for a local discovery
Financial concerns may push consumers to limit their beer purchases this year, bringing continued challenges for retailers.
Oat-cuisine is a growing trend
Healthy options and value for money are two key drivers for shoppers when it comes to breakfast choices, according to Hamlyns of Scotland.
Celebrate saint with a range of options
Occasions encourage consumers to pick up on products that fit the day, spelling good news for all Irish products on St Patrick’s Day.
Gifting to suit every demand
Opportunities for chocolate gifting are in high demand during the first quarter of the year.
Better family leave policies can win over employees
Employment law specialist Sarah Jackman discusses how better family leave policies including gender neutral polices, fertility leave and childcare support can attract and retain employees.
CMA Investigation into Asda stores begins
The Competitions and Markets Authority (CMA) has begun its initial investigations into Asda’s purchase of 132 retail sites from the Co-op.
Learning lessons with Healthy Living Programme
A healthy breakfast doesn’t just set you up for the day… it can also set you up for life.
McCain’s charity donation supports Family Fund
Chips brand McCain has doubled its 2023 donation to leading UK charity Family Fund.
Awards Profile – The Entrepreneur Award 2022
Scottish Grocer caught up with Shamly Sud, Director of GHSL Ltd and winner of The Entrepreneur Award at the 2022 Scottish Grocer Awards.
Packing right to help save cash
Consumers will be looking at how they can save some cash across every category for the foreseeable future.
Travelling in the right direction
Bosses at the Petrol Retailers Association have outlined key trends for forecourt operators in 2023, as well as highlighting the benefits of membership.
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.
Last calls for producers
Producers are urged to sign up to Scotland’s Deposit Return Scheme before its closing date.
Reformul8 Challenge Fund boosts Scottish food firms
The Reformul8 Challenge Fund from FDF Scotland will support Scottish food manufacturers to make healthier products by reducing salt, fat and sugar content.
Show’s hotly anticipated
A leading Scottish showcase for food, drink, hospitality, retail and tourism is set to return following a four-year break due to the Covid pandemic. ScotHot23, billed as a must-attend event for all professionals involved in the sectors, will take place at the SEC in Glasgow on 8 and 9 March.
Rooting for diet change
More than 15,000 people have signed a petition calling on Glasgow City Council to endorse the Plant Based Treaty – which was launched at COP26.
