Retailers reminded of Challenge 25 tobacco rules
Staying on top of tobacco tests
Karan Retail introduces first Jet locations
Forecourt operator Karan Retail has strengthened its partnership with Jet following the opening of three new locations, one of which is in Stirling.
Spar support for charities
Spar Scotland has launched a new community-focused initiative that will distribute thousands of pounds to good causes
Time to speed cards change
• Euro moves welcome but credit card charges can still wipe out fuel profit
• Figures errors show predatory fuel pricing threats have to be...
A lot of bottle
Awards profile – beer retailer of the year
Winner:  Best-one @ Brownlie’s, Biggar
Beer Retailer of the Year 2016 - sponsored by Tennent’s
Interview with Bruce and Donna Morgan,...
Global whisky sales up
SCOTCH whisky may play second fiddle to vodka in its home market but worldwide sales have been showing impressive growth.
Scottish government analysis based on...
FSS backs store change to fight obesity
SCOTLAND’S public sector food body has reiterated its call for measures to change the way products are promoted in stores, to help battle obesity.
Hundreds flock to Nisa Expo
The annual Nisa Expo has been hailed as a huge success, while Booker Group has been busy launching two more colleague networks.
Co-op Wholesale has extended its partnership with Roadchef with an agreement to supply into...
Co-op Wholesale has extended its partnership with Roadchef with an agreement to supply into WHSmith stores.
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.
Symbols ahead on sales growth
BRITAIN’S symbol stores and independent shops have once again come out ahead of the supermarket giants in terms of growth in the latest grocery...
Free fruit for children trial
Spar Scotland has been running a trial with the SGF Healthy Living Programme, giving out free fruit to children in a bid to encourage healthier eating habits
Jobs fall as wages rise
ACS report says 17,000 fewer are employed in c-stores
HE number of people employed by the convenience retailing trade in the UK has fallen by...
Top 50 Scottish Brands 2020: An extraordinary year
The Covid-19 pandemic has shaken up grocery retail trends in 2020
Scotland’s top brands: 5. Tunnock’s
Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home food and drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brand number five.
How will we tax?
Continuing our look at issues of special interest to retailers as we approach 18 September’s momentous vote.
SCOTLAND’S people will decide next month whether they...
