Heard it on the grapevine

THINGS are changing in the wine market and retailers offering more unusual grapes could do well in 2018
Tennent's is building its support for the Scotland team with its on-pack promotion for the Euros.

UEFA Euro 2024 build-up – Tennent’s

Scottish Grocer highlights brands and convenience channel operators which are celebrating the UEFA Euro 2024 football tournament.

Coca-Cola helps to mix up the soft drinks range

Building up the range of soft drink mixers for the Big Night In will count in the long run according to Coca-Cola Europacific Partners.

Green light for more Go Local

THE Scottish Government has given approval for the third phase of a scheme aimed at encouraging c-stores to stock up on Scottish produce.
Retailers can appeal to youth gifting missions with a strong range of TV-licensed confectionery.

Confectionery gifting options for youngsters

Bosses at World of Sweets have been highlighting why the firm's offerings based on Nickelodeon TV show characters make ideal gifts for children.
Katie Dempster, marketing manager at Filshill, stands in front of the Filshill 150 logo at the firm's offices.

Katie Dempster takes on marketing manager role at Filshill

Katie Dempster has been appointed as the group marketing manager at JW Filshill, covering for Sue Man who has started her maternity leave period.
Kenny MacAskill at the launch of the Edinburgh East CAP.

MacAskill swept away by Sturgeon’s new broom

POLITICIAN Kenny MacAskill, long-term cabinet secretary for justice, and the man in charge of a series of proposed licensing law changes and alcohol-related policy...
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Nisa reaches charity milestone

NISA has been celebrating a charity milestone for its Making a Difference Locally campaign.
Daniel Johnson MSP worked to bring the bill into power in Scotland in 2021.

MSP highlights retail crime crisis

Labour MSP Daniel Johnson has highlighted the recent rise in retail crime in a letter to the chief constable of Police Scotland that was signed by a number of convenience channel leaders.
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Ask the expert – RVM Systems

RVM Systems Managing Director Claudia Marshall on DRS preparations and the benefits of reverse vending machines for retailers.

Land of the free

There are more free-from products available than ever before. But, to make the most of a booming market, what should c-stores stock? And how...
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PayPoint COVID push

PayPoint has rolled out a raft of measures to support retailers during the coronavirus outbreak.

Lotto double prize weekend

CAMELOT will double every fixed-cash prize in this Saturday’s Lotto draw.
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Rapid delivery is on the rise

Grocery delivery has been growing at breakneck speed in urban areas, according to TWC.

Barclays backs retail tech

Karen Johnson of Barclays bank tells Scottish Grocer how technology is set to become increasingly important to retail

Specials rise as core tea slows

TEA is a long-established favourite in British homes. That’s as  true in Scotland as elsewhere in the UK, although there are some differences, particularly...