A fine line between banter and bullying
‘It was only banter’ is an often-used excuse. Mark Hamilton, a partner at Dentons, looks at a recent employment tribunal case showing that, surprisingly, this defence can work. However, while staff may enjoy friendly jokes on shift, managers still have to know where to draw the line
Trade groups slam raise in minimum wage
BODIES representing independent retailers north and south of the border have criticised the Westminster government’s decision to increase the minimum wage by 12p an...
At home in the heart of the city – Oaka Supercity
Update: Oaka Supercity was awarded the Innovation Award at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2019. Click here to view their profile video »
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Wage hikes are coming
NLW rising but rates policy still hangs in the balance
SBF GB&I resolves strike action
Suntory confirms procedures in place to minimise any potential trade disruption after union workers announce strike action on 5 February.
Fire up extra BBQ season sales
Savoury snacks firm Tayto Group and salad brand Florette have both been highlighting how convenience retailers can make the most of link-up sales during the barbecue season.
Reformul8 Challenge Fund boosts Scottish food firms
The Reformul8 Challenge Fund from FDF Scotland will support Scottish food manufacturers to make healthier products by reducing salt, fat and sugar content.
Plastic leads to Mars recall
MARS Chocolate UK is recalling a number of products produced in the Netherlands after one was found to contain plastic.
The company is recalling batches...
SG interview: Richard Walker, Iceland
Iceland boss takes aim at plastic waste
Scottish food and drink industry brings £5.2billion to table
Food and drink production contributes £5.2billion to the Scottish economy, according to an FDF report showing the importance of the sector.
Rustling up in an instant
INSTANT meals are a great go to for the Big Night In occasion according to Kepak Convenience Foods, the firm behind Rustlers.
Northern exposure
FRANCIS Street Services in Wick has been rebranded after its owner Simpson Oils signed a supply contract for Jet fuel.
Scotmid ‘jailbirds’ fundraise for Maggie’s
Six Scotmid "jailbirds" need to raise at least £10,000 for cancer support charity Maggie's to win back their freedom – and are appealing for help to reach the target through a justgiving page.
Play staff discipline issues by the book
NO-ONE likes having to discipline a member of staff, but disciplinary and dismissal issues are some of the most frequent enquiries we receive at...
Irn-Bru’s sugar content to be slashed
AG Barr has announced it will be reducing the sugar in Irn-Bru.
The firm has committed itself to making over over 90% of its soft...
Fuelling the party spirit
THE Big Night In is big and getting bigger according to drinks giant Diageo. Quoting findings from recent years from HIM Research, from Nielsen...
