New barcodes enhance shopper experiences
The latest 2D barcodes from GS1 UK connect physical products to the digital world, giving retailers and consumers a wealth of information.
Drinks key to a great night in
PIZZA, curry, crisps, confectionery – all staples of a Big Night In. But while the food on offer is important, the drink options can be what make or break an evening.
Encouraging healthy living
SPAR Scotland wholesaler CJ Lang has been putting its weight behind the Healthy Living Programme, distributing free fruit to kids across the country.
Snapping up a big partner
Snappy Shopper has secured another major contract, joining forces with Scotmid in Edinburgh.
Scotmid bags a double win at Sammies awards
Scottish convenience retailer Scotmid has bagged a double win at the Sandwich & Food to Go Industry Awards for its operations.
Health focus has helped category
Firms find premium soft drinks in ascendancy
HEALTH has been high on the agenda for the soft drinks category in recent years with producers reformulating...
Promotions hit an 11 year low
SPENDING on supermarket promotions has hit its lowest level in 11 years, consumer insight firm Nielsen has revealed, with deals generating 26% of all...
Scotmid celebrates GroceryAid Gold award
Retail chain Scotmid has been recognised for its efforts to support industry charity GroceryAid by being named as a GroceryAid Gold Supporter.
Pay hikes not sustainable
Retailer groups say proposed NLW increases will cut staff totals
PLANNED increases to the National Living Wage could be unsustainable, convenience retail bodies have warned.
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Craft … a convenient opportunity?
CRAFT beers are hot (sales wise) and, increasingly, craft beers are cool (image wise). It should be a great combination for the coming summer.
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Bru puts in phenomenal performance
SCOTLAND’S other national drink Irn-Bru enjoyed its biggest every year in 2017 with total brand sales up 8% on 2016.
Healthy eating trend gaining traction
THE healthy eating trend is fighting fit according to figures from data and technology firm IRI.
McQueen dairies to dream
Glasgow-based dairy McQueens has purchased Müller’s East Kilbride facility as part of a multi-million pound expansion .
Amazon store open in London
DIGITAL retail giant Amazon has opened a new till-less store concept in London.
Growing symbols beat grocer giants
BRITAIN’S symbol stores and independent food and drink retailer grew at a faster rate than all of the big four supermarkets and beat the...
Product recalls jump by 50%
Legal firm counts 84 product withdrawals
RECALLS of food and drink products in the UK hit their highest level for seven years in 2014-15, commercial...
