KeyStore spreads festive cheer in local nurseries
Scottish symbol chain KeyStore is encouraging its customers to get into the giving spirit this Christmas by supporting local nurseries across Scotland.
Companies lose plain packs battle
The Court of Appeal has dismissed a case brought by some of Britain’s largest tobacco companies over the Westminster Government’s plain packaging rules.
In its...
Bells builds board to help expansion
Third generation family members take roles
Subs and stamps grow the family
Mo Razzaq’s store in High Blantyre was one of the first in Scotland to open under the Family Shopper fascia. The store recently underwent...
Seven Spar stores hit Premium status with Healthy Living Programme
Seven Spar Scotland stores have been awarded Premium Status from the Healthy Living Programme for their support in driving health across local areas.
Margin call
For several years some argued that prominent use of PMPs on c-stores’ tobacco gantries gave convenience outlets an advantage over supermarkets, especially after large...
Growing again at Scotmid
Food sales performance said to be “ahead of the market”
SCOTMID, Scotland’s largest independent co-operative, has announced a return to growth, reporting a £5.5m operating...
Retail recovery is fragile
While inflation reached new heights, Scottish sales managed to stay positive at the start of the year, according to the latest Scottish Retail Consortium-KPMG retail sales monitor.
Salvation Army bestows its highest civilian award to Sir Boyd Tunnock
Thomas Tunnock’s grandson is thanked for his efforts to help the Salvation Army
Sir Boyd Tunnock, grandson of Thomas Tunnock and managing director of the...
Public vape site launches
Yorkshire-based tech firm TechStream Group Ltd has published the UK’s largest public database of all legally listed vape products.
Heard it on the grapevine
THINGS are changing in the wine market and retailers offering more unusual grapes could do well in 2018
Nisa board recommends Co-op offer
The Co-op has offered to buy 100% of Nisa shares for up to £137.5m
THE Co-op Group has made an offer to purchase Nisa, which...
Report says tax sugar goods
PRESSURE to tax food and drinks containing substantial amounts of sugar appears to be rising. The Westminster parliament was petitioned to hold a debate...
Cadbury celebrates 200 years of providing treats
As Cadbury celebrates its 200th anniversary, Mondelēz International explains why the chocolate brand is ideal for meeting indulgent big night in shopping missions.
Vaccine lifts confidence
SHOPPER confidence was given a welcome shot in the arm by the roll out of the UK’s Covid-19 vaccination programme
Gifts give a lift to retail
The firm behind the town and city gift card initiative has revealed independent retail and hospitality businesses were the most popular on the platform.
