Solid numbers from UWG
Glasgow-based wholesaler United Wholesale Grocers (UWG) has announced double-digit growth in turnover, and an increase in pre-tax profit.
Win a dream day with Imperial
IMPERIAL Tobacco is offering retailers the chance to win their perfect day out to support the launch of its new JPS enhanced cigarettes range.
IGD predicts grocery growth this Christmas
The UK grocery market is predicted to experience 2.6% growth this Christmas with shoppers spending £33,3bn over the festive period.
Training and research firm IGD...
Nisa reaches charity milestone
NISA has been celebrating a charity milestone for its Making a Difference Locally campaign.
Make sure there’s water everywhere
WATER is one of the winners whenever the sun comes out. According to Scott Dickson, senior brand manager at Highland Spring Group: “Summer is...
Organic food on the rise
ORGANIC food advocate organisation the Soil Association says its Organic September campaign helped boost annual organic sales to more than £100m.
Quoting Nielsen Homescan figures...
Anger at rates relief decision
Scottish convenience channel leaders have slammed Holyrood ministers for failing to provide the same 40% rates relief being enjoyed by retailers in England and Wales.
Zapping into a New Year
Scheme expands in Scotland
NOT yet one year on from its launch in the UK, mobile payment and loyalty scheme provider Zapper has rolled out...
A nation’s future – it’s time to decide
SCOTLAND’S people decide this month whether to become citizens of an independent nation state or remain part of the United Kingdom. In the last...
New roles at Filshill
JW Filshill has bolstered its management team with two top-level appointments
Sainsbury’s removing all plastic bags
SUPERMARKET giant Sainsbury’s has announced it plans to remove plastic bags currently used for loose fruit, vegetables and bakery items from all of its...
Low sugar rush
LUCOZADE Ribena Suntory has revealed plans to slash the sugar content in its drinks by 50%.
Starting from July 2017, the firm says all existing...
Delivering solutions that help everyone
Retailers, their customers, and the communities they serve can all benefit from the technology offered by Snappy Shopper.
Financial impact from vape ban revealed
The UK Government has revealed the extent of costs the incoming disposable ban will have to the economy as its sets out the regulations for England and Wales.
Co-op admits breach of Competitions Authority
The Co-operative Limited has admitted over 100 breaches of anti-competitive land agreements, according to the Competitions and Markets Authority.
Celebrating 60 years of Spar
More than 1700 guests attended the event, with suppliers, retailers and their families pitching up to celebrate six decades of Spar retailing.
