Labour reaffirms UK commitment to DRS
Labour has confirmed the ongoing commitment from Westminster to deliver a fully operational deposit return scheme by October 2027.
Tomintoul builds Cask Finish range with European wine
Cairngorms produced single malt whisky Tomintoul has built up its non-age statement series with the launch of three new wine cask finishes.
Net Zero survey open for Scottish food and drink firms
The Scotland Food & Drink Partnership’s Net Zero Commitment Programme has launched an industry-wide Business Support Research Survey and is urging firms across the sector to take part.
KitKat Cookies & Cream is back on shelves
Global confectionery firm Nestlé has relaunched its KitKat Cookies & Cream Two Finger bar to shelves, aiming to drive sales with the popular flavour.
Win a van in Walkers & Bestway partnership
Bestway members are in with the chance to win a new electric van complete with a customisable wrap in a new competition with PepsiCo.
Feedwell highlights pet care opportunities
The pet food category provides a massive opportunity to grow sales – but many Scottish convenience retailers aren’t making the most of it, reckon bosses at Feedwell Dog Food.
Nisa’s Heart of the Community Awards is back for winter
Nisa's Heart of the Community Awards has opened up for its 10th round of funding, aiming to offer local communities some much-needed support for this winter.
A new Plus point from The Fed
Industry body The Fed has kicked off a new prize programme for its members called FedPlus, offering retailers exclusive discounts on a range of brands.
Rising energy costs push up inflation
A rise in Ofgem's energy price cap has pushed inflation back up above the Bank of England's target of 2%, according to the latest ONS data.
SGF calls for business growth opportunity
The SGF has called on ScotGov to announce relief for small businesses in Scotland in the upcoming Scottish Budget, to allow stores to build up investments.
CCEP to donate meals to FareShare through Coke Zero
Soft drinks giant CCEP has pledged to donate the equivalent of 300,000 meals to FareShare through a new initiative running across wholesale depots.
Rubicon Raw is set to make Waves for energy sales
Fruit juice energy drinks brand Rubicon Raw has unveiled two new limited edition variants with its new Wave Editions drinks, aiming to drive up demand in the sector.
Bestway gives back to retailers for its 50th birthday
Major UK wholesaler Bestway Wholesale has kicked off 2025 with its flagship 'Thank You' promotional event, with a special tie in with its 50th anniversary.
Albert Bartlett joins A Minecraft Movie with potato promotion
Leading potato supplier Albert Bartlett has teamed up with the upcoming A Minecraft Movie with a new on-pack promotion across its fresh and chilled range.
Arctic Coffee expands category with new Frappe drinks
Chilled coffee drinks brand Arctic Coffee has expanded the category with the launch of its new indulgent sub-brand Arctic Frappe.
Onken builds family appeal with new Kiddos range
Yogurt brand Onken has expanded its range to appeal to families with the launch of its children's yogurt range Onken Kiddos.
