Cleaning up the car wash
Environmental groups step up
A NEW set of guidelines for vehicle washing and cleaning businesses has been produced in a joint partnership between Scottish, Northern...
Inflation sustains for the end of 2024
There was little change in the inflationary figure for the end of 2024, despite a positive turnout at the tills across the whole of the UK during Christmas.
Grocery inflation drops to lowest rate in two years
Kantar reports the lowest rate for grocery price inflation in almost two years as consumers flock back to the shops seeking promotions to help celebrate.
Wall’s aims for a sunny side up
WALL’S aims to make its thick pork sausages a barbecue must with a three-month promotion giving customers the chance to win cash by predicting...
Energetic appeal from Post Office
THE Post Office has been urging the UK Government, local councils and energy companies to make use of its ‘Payout’ voucher service – as consumers face rising energy bills.
SGF draws the political crowd
FIRST minister Nicola Sturgeon was one of the first MSPs to be presented with a copy of the latest Scottish Local Shop Report during...
C-stores are a lifeline for UK
The annual Local Shop Report from the Association of Convenience Stores has highlighted the importance of c-stores amid turbulent conditions for retail .
A feast of food to go
FOOD to go, perhaps more than any other category, has been shaking up the convenience retail sector in Scotland.
Costcutter rolls out COVID-19 protection package
COSTCUTTER has invested in social distancing equipment and floor signage in a bid to protect its symbol group retailers.
In line with the government’s social...
SWA call for funds
The Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA) has called on the First Minister to include the sector in any further Covid-19 financial support packages.
Co-op connects – Company joins forces with Karmel
THE Co-operative has linked with parenting author and baby food and nutrition expert Annabel Karmel, above centre.
The mutually owned retail group will feature a...
Hydration with a hint
WITH research from Mintel suggesting one in three consumers are looking for sugar-free soft drinks that are high in quality, Nestlé Waters is introducing...
C-stores a vital economic pillar
Businesses praise c-stores at Holyrood
Bringing fun to the fans
AS a worldwide partner for the competition, Heineken plans to bring the Rugby World Cup closer to fans and is offering consumers the chance...
First minister confirms SGF keynote
First minister Nicola Sturgeon will give the keynote address at this year’s Scottish Grocers Federation Conference, which takes place on 29 and 30 October...
Get on a roll with big household names
Well known and trusted brands are the way to go when it comes to household paper as DCS Group reckons it could be a surefire way to drive sales.
