Campaign aims to cut underage drinking
Police, retailers, alcohol producers and councils are launching a Scotland-wide "It'll Cost You!" campaign to drive down underage drinking and associated anti-social behaviour.
New favourite fish on net
THE Marine Conservation Society has updated its online Good Fish Guide with some exciting new additions to its green-rated best choice list.
A sluggish autumn performance
SCOTTISH retailers had a bit of a struggle in October
Restrictions drive growth
Covid-19 continues to boost spend
Marlboro makeover
TOBACCO firm Philip Morris has unveiled new pack designs for Marlboro, the UK’s number one premium cigarette brand. Marlboro Red, Gold, Silver Blue, Ice...
Cheema to be SGF chief
Drummond retires after 10 years at head of retailer representative group
RETAILER Pete Cheema has been named the new chief executive of retailer representative group...
Fire up extra BBQ season sales
Savoury snacks firm Tayto Group and salad brand Florette have both been highlighting how convenience retailers can make the most of link-up sales during the barbecue season.
Swizzels gets in the Halloween spirit
Halloween brings retailers the chance to drive up some store profits through confectionery and Swizzels aims to support store owners in treats with no tricks.
Veggies’ 2015 push
NATIONAL Vegetarian Week 2015 will take place Monday 18 to Sunday 24 May, next year.
The event – the Vegetarian Society’s annual awareness-raising campaign...
Don’t delay, make sure to get your entry in today
Time is running out to get your entry in for the Scottish Grocer Awards 2020 – so don’t delay.
McColl’s adds 46 but sales are tough
Total sales in the expanding convenience store chain McColl’s in its latest trading quarter were up 3% year on year. But like-for-like sales (which...
Franklin & Sons adapts to changing tastes
As consumers' tastes shift in the spirits market, so too will their desire for the mixers that come with them and Franklin & Sons reckons it can meet this.
Spar go far with health push
Scotland's minister for Public Health, Sport and Wellbeing has visited a Spar store in Dundee to see the work of the SGF Healthy Living Programme up close .
Season spoiled by break-in
Gang cost Musselburgh retailer £7,500 in late-night raid
AS if the Christmas and New Year period is not stressful enough for retailers, imagine being woken...
Scottish retail leaders welcome freeze on business rates
Convenience channel leaders have welcomed the Scottish Government’s 2023-24 budget moves to keep financial pressures off businesses.
Drinks key to a great night in
PIZZA, curry, crisps, confectionery – all staples of a Big Night In. But while the food on offer is important, the drink options can be what make or break an evening.
