The changing face of impulse

AS this article is being written members of the Scottish Grocer team are travelling the country, along with independent experts and colleagues from sponsors,...

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Researcher finds shoppers want better ranges in c-stores but retailers say suppliers need to provide more category information SHOPPERS in Britain’s local stores aren’t as...
Christmas shopping

Sales slow for crucial period

Grocery sales in the UK were “unexpectedly slow” while approaching the peak of the ‘golden quarter’ of festive trading.
A young girl sits on a bench enjoying a New York Bakery bagel with a bag of the bagels next to her and the New York skyline in the background.

New York Bakery back on the small screen

New York Bakery's 'Bakes You There' campaign has returned to TV screens for 2026 following strong consumer engagement with the marketing last year.
A group of people stand in front of a Spar Scotland lorry with the new livery highlighting its winning streak at the Scottish Wholesale Association's Achievers Awards with its three Symbol Group of the Year wins.

Spar Scotland unveils new lorry livery

Symbol group chain Spar Scotland has revealed its new eye-catching lorry livery highlighting its Achievers Award win for the third year in a row.

Feeling on top of the world

THEY aimed to raise £20,000 for Edinburgh Sick Kids Friends Foundation and Maggie’s Cancer Centre. But after an epic seven-day trek to climb...
Spar retailers now have updated information on age-restricted goods verification documents in CJ Lang’s To Sell or Not To Sell training materials.

Spar updates age-sales advice

CJ Lang, the wholesale and retail company behind Spar in Scotland, has updated its To Sell or Not To Sell training materials that are...

Bringing in crustomers

Popular frozen pizza brand Chicago Town has now entered the convenience market, with the launch of its Pizza to Go concept

Mandatory face coverings from 10 July

FACE coverings will be mandatory in Scottish shops this month, the First Minister has announced. Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed that the new rule will come...
Selection of Graham's dairy products

Scotland’s Top Brands: 2. Graham’s

Spotlight on No.2 of the top Scottish food and drink brands of 2022, Graham's
Tesco says things are looking up

Tesco says things are looking up

CONSUMERS are feeling more confident, according to supermarket giant Tesco’s quarterly survey of customer attitudes. But concerns about personal finances and job security remain...
Natalie Lightfoot Londis Solo Convenience

Cost pressures hit retailers hard

INFLATION is at its highest level for a generation, costs are rising across the board and many retailers and customers alike are suffering the consequences of escalating financial pressure.
Tennent's rewards

Tennent’s new retail scheme

Rewards programme for Scottish c-stores

Lees lands a lucrative listing

Confectionery manufacturer Lees of Scotland has secured its third listing with high street retailer Marks and Spencer.
spirits-range

PLH renewal deadline is almost here

Act swiftly or face disaster

Tough trading top of agenda

Experts warn of challenging conditions