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EPOS firm suggests looking beyond bill payments for footfall BILL payments may not be the footfall driver some retailers believe it is, an EPOS firm...
Easter will be all about gifting to loved ones this year, according to Mondelez International.

Cadbury highlights Easter eggs range

Mondelez International has highlighted its range of Cadbury Easter eggs, which it says will drive sales for convenience retailers, while Divine has also introduced three new products for the occasion.
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Scotland’s Top Brands: 40-50

Spotlight on the top Scottish food and drink brands of 2022 from 40-50.
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Pension obligations for part-time staff

In an industry where working hours often vary for staff on flexible employment arrangements, the advent of pension auto enrolment has left many retail businesses unsure as to who has to be included in the company scheme. Mark Hamilton of Dentons offers practical advice
The winners of the Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards take to the stage to celebrate their success.

Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards provide inspiration

Scottish convenience retailers looking to promote the nation's produce in-store should check out the winners of last night's Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards.
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Scotland Food & Drink strengthens Net Zero team

Industry firm Scotland Food & Drink has strengthened its commitment to hit net zero by 2045 with the appointment of a new programme manager for the initiative.
Reduced shopping frequency is a pandemic trend that appears to be sticking.

Shopping less often

THE latest grocery sales figures suggest consumer shopping behaviour has started to stabilise in the UK – with one pandemic trend likely to continue into the future.
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Thousands of festive temp roles

Tesco is looking to recruit 30,000 temporary colleagues across the UK in Tesco Superstores and Extra stores over the Christmas period.

Cultural partners

GRIME artist Skepta has designed his second limited edition bottle for Havana Club 7.

Mackie’s has the environment in mind

Following a summer of extreme weather events, more consumers will be looking to eco-friendly brands such as Mackie's of Scotland.
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Snapping up a big partner

Snappy Shopper has secured another major contract, joining forces with Scotmid in Edinburgh.
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Eddie sets out to ‘grasp the thistle’

Eddie Lynagh became president of Scottish Wholesale for the second time in June. Last month he spoke to Scottish Grocer about returning to the...
Pete Cheema, chief executive at the Scottish Grocers' Federation, delivers a talk from a podium during the SGF Mini Summit 2026.

SGF highlights pressure on retailers at Mini Summit

Industry representatives and retailers from across Scotland gathered to discuss the changes to regulations heading to the Scottish convenience sector at the SGF's annual Mini Summit event.
MSPs have signed off on deposit return scheme regulations for Scotland.

Deposit return is go in 25 months

Scottish Parliament gives the green light to deposit return despite coronavirus warnings from industry

Brands indulging on a big night in

Three major food and drink companies have been explaining why some of their products are ideal for indulgent big night in occasions.
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It’s the night of the year

EXCITED? You bet we are. Scottish Grocer’s annual awards spectacular is now just weeks away! And we have a real trick and treat show in...