Members of Lanark Business Group launch Totally Locally Lanark.

Lanark totals up the local touch

Businesses say spend a fiver and build your town’s economy CONSUMERS in a Scottish market town are being urged to think local, buy local and...

Camelot extends Lotto outlets

NATIONAL Lottery operator Camelot is to give retailers who currently have Scratchcard-only terminals the opportunity to sell tickets for National Lottery draw-based games, such...

Baba’s makes a saucy addition to Aldi

Dundee born sauce brand Baba's Sauce has rolled out to Aldi stores across the whole of Scotland, bringing the homemade sauce to a range of new shoppers.

Confidence is on the rise

Shopper confidence has risen to its highest level in the last five years, according to the latest data from IGD

International Women’s Day – Aldomak

Scottish Grocer is highlighting some influential and inspiring women working across convenience retail to celebrate International Women's Day.
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Leverhulme Trade Charities Trust opens up applications for 2025/26 university undergraduate grants

The Leverhulme Trade Charities Trust has announced that applications for 2025/26 undergraduate bursaries have now opened for families in the convenience sector.

President Dan Brown

Musselburgh retailer Dan Brown has been inaugurated as the new president of the Scottish Grocers Federation
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A spotlight on Scottish stores

Retailers work hard to provide vital services
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A strong format is key to success

Nisa brings food to go and chilled to the fore .
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New tool to tackle crime

Retailers Against Crime has launched a new app allowing members to submit incident reports and contact RAC instantly while on the move .

Tips on next year’s tobacco trends

Tobacco giant JTI has outlined what it reckons will be key areas of growth for 2019, with the capsule and value segments tipped for success
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Brexit saga continues

Lack of clarity over future relationship with the EU damaging for retail and agriculture

New package for Premier

SYMBOL group Premier is boosting its promotional package, increasing its number of ‘Mega Deals’ and guaranteeing an alcohol and paper promotion every four weeks,...
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Aldi’s back on top with chilled

ALDI has reclaimed the throne of fastest-growing retailer in the UK
Interior shot of a Hancocks depot displaying massive pallets of confectionery brands.

Hancocks gears up for first Sweetest Day event of 2025

Confectionery wholesaler Hancocks has announced its first Sweetest Day event of 2025, promising retailers a range of deals across massive brands.
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New legal protection from assault for retail staff

Scottish retailers will have additional legal protection from assault and abuse, following a landmark vote at the Scottish Parliament.