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We’ll still push for our causes

Convenience and grocery industry leaders have vowed to continue to fight their corner with whoever becomes First Minister at the end of the month.
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World Cup gifts and a healthy sales outlook

THE World Cup is almost upon us but will independent and convenience retailers gain all the benefits they possibly can from the massive football...
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Retailers urge action on crime in new Fed research

The Fed has slammed the government for its inaction towards retail crime following the results of new research the organisation conducted.

Time to turn and fascia the change

After a whirlwind 2018 for wholesalers it’s a good time to reassess what’s on offer

Morrisons swaps out the plastic

Morrisons has announced it plans to remove all plastic carrier bags from its checkouts
Scottish Grocers' Federation chief executive Pete Cheema.

SGF slams ScotGov’s approach on Circular Economy bill

SGF chief executive Pete Cheema has said ministers should have worked with businesses on the introduction of the Circular Economy Bill.
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One for the kids

SCOTTISH convenience multiple One-O-One has donated over £51,000 to charity partner Radio Clyde Cash for Kids.
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New hygiene partnership

Dettol and CleanedUp share hygiene solutions

High Street foot soldiers

A NEW scheme has launched in Stirling with the goal of encouraging more shoppers to support their local high street.

Stores stand with Ukraine

RETAILERS have been doing their bit to support those affected by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Retailers should ensure the value offer matches consumers' demands, says Imperial Tobacco's Tom Gully.

Value counts across nicotine, says Imperial Tobacco

Demand for value remains a key trend across the nicotine category as shoppers continue to feel the pinch of the cost-of-living crisis – and Imperial Tobacco reckons it has the right range for consumers.
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Scotland’s Top Brands: 9. Baxters

Spotlight on No.9 of the top Scottish food and drink brands of 2022, Baxters.
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Call for action on rates relief

Industry bodies across the Scottish retail sector are urging deputy first minister John Swinney and ScotGov to match the chancellor’s rates help for retailers in England and Wales.

Rates reform study begins

THE man who is heading up the examination of Scotland’s commercial rates system has named the members of his team and has asked businesses...

Sainsbury’s extends its Hub format

Sainsbury's has extended its Neighbourhood Hub chain to include seven stores in England

Store Lotto sales hit new record

NATIONAL Lottery ticket sales reached a record breaking total of £7.59bn for the 2015/16 financial year, an increase of £317 million on the previous...