Minimum wage could jump 11%
SUBSTANTIAL increases in the rate of the national minimum wage over the next two years look likely after chancellor of the exchequer George Osborne...
Figures all add up for JW Filshill
Wholesaler JW Filshill bosses have reacted positively after the business behind the KeyStore symbol reported a strong set of annual financial results.
Springing into action on pack
HIGHLAND Spring is inviting shoppers to get brave as part of its latest on-pack promotion.
TRA: New regs hurting c-stores
A new survey conducted by the Tobacco Retailers’ Alliance suggests convenience stores are already feeling the impact of new tobacco legislative measures, even before...
Ways to keep people sweet
Food and drink insights experts from The Knowledge Bank say people prefer "regular" chocolate to low/no-sugar offerings.
Meet the Maker: Mackies at Taypack
Melissa Hack, national account manager, talks crisps, provenance and the joys of pickled onion
Harrison Ford takes star role in Glenmorangie campaign
Hollywood action movie star Harrison Ford has journeyed into the Highlands as part of a new global campaign for Glenmorangie whisky.
Spirits ahead as wine falters
SPIRITS was the strongest-performing of the major alcoholic drinks categories in the UK off-trade ahead of the main Christmas selling period, says the Wine...
Huge gains for food retail sales
Scottish food sales hit double-digit growth in August, according to the latest figures from the Scottish Retail Consortium.
Spar trials H&B
HEALTH foods, vitamins and protein powders could be heading into the convenience channel if a new trial by Spar leads to a wider roll-out.
The...
Celebrating 60 years of Coca-Cola
The Coca-Cola Bottling Plant in East Kilbride has marked 60 years of production, standing strong as a stalwart part of Scotland's industrial history.
Changes afoot at CJ Lang
CJ Lang's new bosses have big ambitions
THE new faces at the top of CJ Lang have made clear their intentions to revamp the Dundee-based...
Fresh campaign to protect teeth at Easter
GLAXOSMITHKLINE has unveiled a new Easter campaign for its Aquafresh toothpaste brand, encouraging families to remember to look after their teeth while enjoying the...
Simon Howie powers on renewables
Perthshire butchery brand Simon Howie has installed a new sustainable energy system to cut carbon emissions and power its system through renewable energy.
Snappy Shopper delivers support for local stores
Snappy Shopper talks about the benefits of its service to retailers amid the financial crisis.
3-in-1 set to go national
AMBER Leaf, the UK’s biggest-selling RYO tobacco brand, is releasing its 10g 3-in-1 pack across the UK after brand owner JTI trialled the pack...
