Greggs brews into the off-trade with a new range of beers
Food-to-go retailer Greggs has brewed up something special for Christmas as its launches its first ever range of beers into the off-trade.
Snack a Jacks shakes up the range with Salted Caramel flavour
Rice cake snacks brand Snack a Jacks has unveiled its new Lightly Salted Caramel flavour alongside its new 80g Grazing Bag format.
Spar’s Big Deals of Christmas returns for third year
UK symbol group Spar UK has brought back its Big Deals of Christmas campaign for the third year running, offering key deals across the festive period.
Employer national insurance contributions frozen as OBR leaks Autumn Budget details
Details about the UK Government's Autumn Budget has been leaked early as the Office for Budget Responsibility unveiled an early report detailing elements of the statement.
Top 10 Scottish take-home alcoholic brands 2025
Discover which Scottish alcoholic drink brands have made it into the Top 10 in Scotland this year with Worldpanel by Numerator’s latest data.
Diet Coke adds permanent Cherry variant
CCEP has announced that Diet Coke Cherry will become a permanent addition to its line-up from January following a successful limited edition comeback for the variant.
Finsbury launches first-to-market cake bento boxes
Speciality bakery firm Finsbury Food Group has introduced its first cake bento box brand with Little Big Cake, driving innovation in the bakery aisle.
Scoot delivery service hits first anniversary milestone
Wholesaler Booker's Scoot delivery platform is celebrating its first anniversary with a milestone 300 symbol group retailers now live on the service across the UK.
Nisa posts record recruitment
STORES-owned buying group and wholesaler Nisa has reported record recruitment figures. The company said it had brought 245 members operating more than 520 stores...
The Fed raises trade and crime concerns with ScotGov
Senior members of the Fed in Scotland have discussed the current concerns for retailers in a video call with Conservative MSP Maurice Golden.
Industry vital to food safety
Whatever happens in September’s independence referendum Scotland will have a new body tasked with ensuring the safety of the country’s food.
THE Food (Scotland)...
Jack Link’s unveils collab with YouTuber Mr Beast
Jack Link's has targeted the next generation of savoury snackers through its new collaboration with major YouTube creator Mr Beast.
One Stop Franchise unveils first re-branded Scottish store
THE first fully refitted One Stop Franchise in Scotland opened its doors for business today (September 4), following an instant launch conversion in the...
Retail Game Changers: Yester Farm Dairies
Scottish Grocer shines a spotlight on the Retail Game Changers and highlights those women making a real difference to the convenience channel.
Local pride
Winner:
Gerry Haughey, Spar, Main Street, Thornliebank
Store Manager of the Year 2015
– sponsored by Tennent’s
Interview with Gerry Haughey.
Winner details
Size: 3,000 sq ft
Symbol: Spar
Staff: 11
Hours: 6am...
Mentos taps into sour candy demand with Sour Tones
Confectionery brand Mentos has tapped into the sour candy opportunity across the confectionery category with the launch of Sour Tones.
