The Traitors confectionery range unveiled
Confectionery wholesaler World of Sweets has unveiled its new range inspired by BBC's hit TV show The Traitors, blending sweets with gameplay.
Nanny retailing?
Controversial research at the centre of the most recent meeting of the Cross Party Group on Independent Convenience Stores
Chupa Chups to roll out easy-open wrappers
Lollipop brand Chupa Chups has rolled out a new packaging update to its core range with its new easier-to-open wrappers to improve the consumer experience.
There’s no business like snow business
SCOTTISH supermarkets may have seen a few tussles in the bread aisle this week but, as the wind from Siberia turned the central belt into a Russian postcard, how have Scotland's c-stores got on?
Scotmid unveils new concept store in Uddingston
Scottish retail chain Scotmid is set to open a new concept store with a focus on food-to-go and mealtimes in the Uddingston area.
Landmark and Today’s merger
LANDMARK Wholesale and Today’s Group have unveiled plans to merge. Subject to member approval, the merged buying group will be known as Unitas Wholesale...
Mars Wrigley rolls out new Twix Hazelnut flavour
Mars Wrigley is set to entice more shoppers to the confectionery category across stores with its new Twix Hazelnut variant.
Objections mount
Sainsbury’s/Asda’s merger proving unpopular
ONS inflation eases as energy prices fall
The ONS has reported a decline in the overall inflation figure for April as a fall in energy prices and food costs takes some of the pressure off.
ScotGov committed to promotion restrictions
THE Scottish Government has renewed its commitment to restrict food promotions in its programme for 2019/20.
While the commitment does not mean new restrictions are...
Vybey moves to new market with Collagen + Energy drinks
Functional products brand Vybey has entered into the soft drinks market for the first time with the introduction of its new Collagen + Energy range.
Key worker plans put supply chain at risk
INDUSTRY leaders in Scotland’s food and drink sector have warned that supply chains could be put at risk by the Scottish Government’s approach to...
Smirnoff Crush debuts new Blueberry & Pomegranate RTD flavour
RTD brand Smirnoff Crush has introduced a new Blueberry & Pomegranate flavour exclusive to the independent retail sector.
MSPs back retail crime bill
THE Scottish Parliament has unanimously backed a bill that would give retailers more protection under the law.
Put forward by Scottish Labour MSP for Edinburgh...
Weetabix serves up 25million breakfasts with Felix
Breakfast cereal firm Weetabix Food Company has announced a major milestone in its food donations with 25million breakfasts served through Felix.
Further alcohol marketing consultation welcomed
Convenience retail and alcohol industry leaders have backed the Scottish Government’s decision to consult further with stakeholders over any new alcohol marketing regulations.
