New limits bring sales hangover
Nielsen research finds beer, wine and spirits feel the pain as blood limits change.
Grocers hit harder than c-stores but spirits miss out on Christmas...
Aiming for an extra challenge
CONVENIENCE retailing entrepreneur Harris Aslam has set his sights on a new challenge, with plans to open a new store at the site of...
Spar refits
Two company-owned Spar Scotland stores have been relaunched following major refurbishments.
Cater to key trends in nicotine, says Imperial Brands
Key consumer trends will make all the difference in sales and Imperial Brands is out to ensure that all store owners know what this means for the nicotine section.
Squeeze into craft
JUICE is the word at Cracker Drinks Co as the firm rolls out its Crafted brand to UK stores.
The new range comprises four flavours:...
New favourite fish on net
THE Marine Conservation Society has updated its online Good Fish Guide with some exciting new additions to its green-rated best choice list.
Promotions on the rocks
Restrictions abound in ScotGov’s latest paper on tackling obesity
Lidl picks an Obanite as its new ‘voice’
Lidl has crowned Alan MacDonald from Oban as the voice of its new self-checkouts, due to be rolled out later this year.
A strong format is key to success
Nisa brings food to go and chilled to the fore .
A shop of all the talents
TAKE a portion of long wholesaling experience, add more than a dash of award-winning retailing nous and mix it with a significant quantity...
Campaign backs local businesses
A NEW national campaign has been launched urging shoppers to support local businesses.
The Scotland Loves Local campaign kicks off today (20 July), encouraging consumers...
Awards profile – Chilled retailer of the year 2016
Winner McLeish, Inverurie
Chilled Retailer of the Year 2016
Sponsored by: Kerryfresh, Scotty Brand and McIntosh of Strathmore
Winner details
Size: 1500 sq ft - Symbol: KeyStore Staff:...
Four seasons for retailers
Unilever Partners for Growth has created a new seasonal calendar offering retailers tips on how to build an effective seasonal offer
UWS showcases a strong United future with biggest trade show yet
Over 90 suppliers gathered at the huge trade show to offer retailers exclusive deals from the Scottish wholesaler.
A record year of retail giving
SCOTTISH retailers gave more to good causes than ever before last year.
Curry firm is thriving
Perthshire restaurateur Praveen Kumar has been celebrating a boom in business for his frozen curry brand.
