Discounter adds gluten free range
DISCOUNTER Lidl has introduced a permanent free-from range and says, with prices from 79p, it is making the category affordable and accessible to all.
Electric van man is here
MENZIES distribution has gone electric, with the roll out of a new fleet of zero-emission vehicles.
Top 50 Scottish Brands 2025
Discover which Scottish brands have climbed through the rank and who has been listed as the best of the best as the Worldpanel Top 50 Scottish Brands in Scotland is revealed for 2025.
Not tired of energy drinks
A ban on the sale of energy drinks to children should not affect Carabao as its range is designed to “specifically target male and female adults rather than children”
Ice cream to scream about
Unilever offers some category advice through Partners for Growth scheme
Edrington and Beam Suntory to split ways
Leading spirits firms Edrington UK and Beam Suntory are set to end their UK distribution partnership next year as they look to focus on their own portfolios.
Bargain stores reach £5bn
BRITISH shoppers spent £5bn at bargain stores such as Poundland, B&M and Home Bargains in the past year, a rise of 17%, according to...
Govt could demand cash
Cash is still king for some shoppers according to a new Treasury Committee report.
BuzzBallz Cocktails is going big
American cocktail brand BuzzBallz Cocktails has launched a new large format range in BuzzBallz Biggies in time for festive season parties.
Going loopy for recycling
For the first time, people in Edinburgh will now be able to recycle coffee cups, plastic bottles and cans on the street.
Smith takes top job at the SWA
Kate Salmon passes torch to ex–retailer
SCOTTISH independent retailing stalwart Colin Smith has been appointed chief executive of the Scottish Wholesale Association, with current executive...
Bringing a fresh feel to the shop
Bosses at MHouse Business Solutions believe the firm's MPos system will help to transform how stores run in the modern day.
A new era for Costcutter
A NEW era for Costcutter retailers kicks-off this month as the group’s supply deal with The Co-op comes into effect.
The search is on for 2018’s stars!
We’re now on the lookout for the 2018 Scottish Grocer Awards winners and if you think your store has what it takes, we want to hear from you.
Payzone wins major contract
Post Office and Payzone retailers will now be able to process Scottish Gas payments
Market makeover
With a new refit, kitchen and the launch of its own in-store town market, Edinburgh retail chain Margiotta is putting fresh food and local...
