The slice is right – Bread & bakery
Wraps, thins and world breads have shown growth but, as long as beans on toast and sandwiches remain staple meals and snacks, stores should...
Popping off
POPCORN is now the fastest growing sub-category within crisps, nuts and snacks, growing 34% year on year, according to IRI. Butterkist is looking to...
The changing face of impulse
AS this article is being written members of the Scottish Grocer team are travelling the country, along with independent experts and colleagues from sponsors,...
Win a Lovely Drop with Guinness
Irish stout brand Guinness is set to give back to retailers and consumers alike with its new Lovely Drops digital platform offering a host of prizes to be won.
Baskets fall as visits rise
MORE people are going to the shops than at this time last year, but footfall is still below pre-Covid levels, according to Kantar.
Getting through to Wembley
IT’S a brand that many think helps define Scotland but Irn-Bru’s latest TV ad brings a staunch English dimension to its marketing mix.
The latest...
Fancy taking a spring shelfie?
CADBURY Creme Egg is giving retailers a chance to be a winner in the lead up to the spring confectionery sales season with its...
Driving consumers to bp dealerships
Forecourt dealer bp reckons its offer is best suited to match the modern day demands from shoppers who visit forecourt sites, with an expansive FTG range.
Bags of choice for every taste
Bagged confectionery has become an important part of the store for many retailers and appeals to a broad range of shoppers from children looking for a quick treat to adults planning a night in front of the TV. We spoke to some prominent Scottish retailers to get a picture of what is happening in the category.
Raising the bar
Bringing bargains to Barrhead with Day Today.
Industry makes its budget case
• Greater predictability sought over the minimum wage
• Calls for measures to encourage retail investment
WITH the budget just around the corner industry bodies have been putting...
The giant c-stores
BRITISH shopping habits are changing and shoppers are increasingly shopping ‘little and often’ for c-store-sized basket loads. But that doesn’t mean they’re always...
Double celebration for Spar Scotland retailer Saleem Sadiq
Multiple award-winning Scottish convenience retailer Saleem Sadiq is celebrating two major anniversaries with the Spar symbol group.
Multiples struggle
Symbols, Sainsbury’s and Co-op ahead of game
DISCOUNTERS Aldi and Lidl continued to register substantial sales growth as Britain geared up for the 2015 festive...
Republic Technologies UK highlights consumer label loyalty
Stocking a recognisable range of brands across tobacco accessories can be a good way for convenience retailers to drive up sales, says Republic Technologies UK.
Boosting Border
BORDER Biscuits has secured a lucrative listing deal with Sainsbury’s.
