Booker’s big buy

Takeover could see mega symbol stable serving more than 9% of UK fascia stores WHOLESALER and symbol group owner Booker is to buy symbol...
The Scottish Government has announced it plans to introduce a deposit return scheme but it is not clear if this will apply to convenience stores.

Government backs bottle deposit plan

The Scottish Government has announced it plans to introduce a deposit return scheme but it is not clear if this will apply to convenience stores
Aldi burger

Playing it cool at BFFF awards

Some of the biggest names in frozen food have had cause for celebration this summer, at the Frozen Food Awards 2022.
Pete Cheema, chief executive of the SGF, called for clarity on deposit return.

Clarity needed on key issues

SCOTTISH Grocers’ Federation chief executive Pete Cheema has voiced major concerns around the development of Scotland’s deposit return scheme.

Fuel duty slashed and NI threshold to rise

FUEL duty will be cut by 5p from six o'clock tonight (23 March), with a £3,000 increase in the National Insurance threshold to follow,...

Launch of new kingmaker

REPUBLIC Technologies is aiming to tap into the £1.9m tubing market with the launch of Swan Kingsize Cigarette Tubes. The company has revealed two new...

Every little bit helps this Easter

Tesci is calling on charities and community groups across the UK to get in touch to receive surplus food as part of a charity drive in the run up to Easter .

Paterson Arran sold

BURTON'S Biscuit Co has bought Scottish shortbread producer Paterson Arran. The terms of the deal remain confidential, but it also includes Paterson Arran owned  brands...
Taking the time to get the right policy will give c-store retailers peace of mind. Picture: Shutterstock/Indian Faces

Ask the expert: Forum Insurance

Retailers should ensure they have got proper cover for their stores because having the correct insurance is the best policy, say the experts from Forum Insurance.

Scotland’s top brands: 8. Malcolm Allan

Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home food and drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brand No.8 – Malcolm Allan.

Southern takes chilled role

CHILLED foods specialist Kerry Foods has promoted Victoria Southern to the role of marketing director for kids dairy snacking. She moves into her new role...
Pete Cheema, chief executive of the SGF stands outside Scottish Parliament with an image of the SGF Guide to MUP 2024 next to him.

SGF publishes retailer guide to MUP

The SGF and the Scottish Government have published a new guide for retailers to assist in the transition to the new minimum unit price.
Mondelez has plenty of NPD planned for Easter 2018, including hidden white Creme Eggs for the first time, as well as the return of a range of Easter favourites.

NPD spree for Easter

Mondelez lays out 2018 plan
Costcutter and Best-one stores

Bestway buys Costcutter

Costcutter retailers are set to join the Bestway Wholesale family following the announcement that the firm will acquire Costcutter Supermarkets Holdings Limited.
a woman holding a tennis racquet and a young boy holding a banana outside a Spar shop

Healthy Living Programme tours Spar stores

Spar Scotland embraced the spirit of the Commonwealth Games by teaming up with the Healthy Living Programme.
Aldi estimates the change will reduce plastic waste by 80 tonnes.

Plastic pulled from steak

ALDI has introduced cardboard packaging across its entire steak range in Scotland