Living wage aim for all sectors
Swinney tells SGF event that an SNP government of an independent Scotland would push for at least £7.65 an hour
IN an independent Scotland where...
Retailers would close shops if Tobacco & Vapes Bill becomes law
One in 10 convenience store owners have said they would consider closing their shop if the Tobacco & Vapes Bill comes in, according to C-Talk.
UK vapes industry warns of taxing times
UK vapes industry leaders will gather next week to debate the impact of the new tax on products and to discuss how new vaping rules can protect consumers and responsible retailers.
Batchelors at the ready
Batchelors has launched its first TV campaign for five years, spending £1.6m to promote its Super range of rice, pasta and noodles. With the...
CSG POS for Scotland
Costcutter Supermarkets Group (CSG)has been providing free printed POS on mandatory face coverings to all of its Scottish retailers.
Retail gifts that keep giving
THE spring gifting season, of Valentine’s Day, Mothers’ Day and Easter, has been extra busy at the Lifestyle Express Newhouse Mini Market store in...
Inflation spikes upwards to 4.1%
The rate of inflation has risen to its highest rate in 2025 so far as the ONS reports the CPIH number increased to 4.1% in April.
Sales up despite fewer supermarket trips
The threat of lockdown in various parts of the UK inspired a 6.9% rise in supermarket sales for the four weeks to 31 October, with a jump of 7.2% in the final week of the period
Cadbury kicks off Creme Egg activation
Mondelēz International is encouraging retailers to get inventive with their Cadbury Creme Egg displays this Easter in its new competition.
Peterhead makes eight
EROS retail has expanded yet again, opening its eighth convenience store under its Greens branding.
Swizzels drives the sweeter commuter route
Sweet-toothed shoppers looking for something to munch on while they are out and about should be covered by the selection from Swizzels, the confectioner reckons.
Clans chief becomes Filshill commercial director
GLASGOW-based wholesaler JW FILSHILL, owner of the KeyStore convenience store brand, has appointed Chris Miller to the new position of group commercial director.
Miller, who...
Imperial Brands urges Government to prevent disposal of refillable vapes
Nicotine products firm Imperial Brands has called on the UK Government to strengthen guidance on vapes to discourage consumers from disposing refillable vape devices.
One Stop offers solutions for convenience retail
Fascia group One Stop has set out the benefits of its offer to those retailers who are considering a switch of symbol this year.
Plugging into the potential
Retailers across Scotland are being encouraged to fit multiple new electric vehicle charge points to their forecourts and premises to meet the rising numbers of customers now driving EVs.
A taste of style
Local store invites guests to try something special for the winter party season
CHRISTMAS comes but once a year or so the story goes. But...
