Aberdeen expansion
THE new Sainsbury’s Local in Countesswells, Aberdeen has opened its doors, with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by local primary school pupils.
New charge for old PayPoint terminal
Independent retailers who continue to use the traditional yellow PayPoint terminal are to be charged a new monthly fee as the payment services firm...
New strategy for Scottish produce
SCOTTISH businesses are getting behind the nation’s fruit, vegetable and potato industry with the launch of a new growth strategy for the sector.
The Planting...
Food leads the way
Food retail led the way over the festive period yet again in Scotland, according to the latest Scottish Retail Consortium retail sales monitor, produced by KPMG.
Jet off for an Easter break
JET aims to help forecourts this month with a two-for-one promotion featuring vouchers for UK attractions. The promotion, which runs until April 30, includes...
Takis fires up in Morrisons
Social media snacking sensation Takis is set to fire up the tastebuds of Morrisons shoppers as the brand announces its new listings in the retail chain.
Concern over vapes debate
Vaping industry and convenience channel bosses are calling for a measured approach over planned legislation outlined in the King’s Speech and by politicians at Holyrood.
Convenience channel shows resilience
Convenience retailers have faced some gruelling trading conditions and an array of challenges in 2024. Here's a look back at some of the biggest isssues of the last 12 months.
Coca-Cola announced as Soft Drinks Partner of Glasgow Commonwealth Games
Drinks giants The Coca-Cola Company and CCEP have been named as the Official Soft Drinks Partner for the upcoming Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Glasgow … we have lift-off!
AG BARR’S Irn-Bru ‘Cheer We Go’ promotion is ... go!
The pre-Games promo will be available to retailers as of this month.
The company says 11,000...
Get ready for real time PAYE
THE biggest overhaul to the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system in almost 70 years is approaching fast and HMRC says it’s time for...
‘Epidemic’ of retail violence
A Co-op-funded report into crime against retail workers has found that the level of violence has reached ‘epidemic’ proportions .
Licensing changes go to Holyrood
MORE changes on the regulation of alcohol retailing are on the way after the Scottish Government introduced a new licensing bill to the Scottish...
Londis leaders
SYMBOL group Londis has announced its new leadership team as it develops as a separate brand within Musgrave Group.
Londis brand director John Pattison told...
Chancellor confirms rise in worker wages
Workers' wages are set to increase in April next year, adding further expenses for store owners to contend with on top of rises to tax.
Rates win in England
RETAILERS south of the border had cause for celebration when the UK Supreme Court upheld a ruling against separate rates for ATMs
