Retailer says bring it on

Day Today opens directly opposite town centre Aldi RENFREW’S Aldi supermarket is facing revitalised competition this month following the opening of a new Day Today. As...
Promotional image of the Healthy Living Programme's team up with Snappy Shopper to deliver free bananas in August.

HLP teams up with Snappy Shopper to deliver free bananas

The Healthy Living Programme has strengthened its commitment to delivering wellbeing across Scotland through its new partnership with Snappy Shopper by offering free bananas through the app.
Promotional spending increased in stores operating MediaMaster screens.

Screens secure spend

EPOS provider The Retail Data Partnership (TRDP) has been heralding strong results for its MediaMaster Screen service
Natalie Lightfoot, store owner at Londis Solo Convenience Baillieston, stands wearing a Cheez-It branded jacket with an advert for the brand behind her with a picture of the post for International Women's Day 2025.

International Women’s Day – Londis Solo Convenience Baillieston

Scottish Grocer is highlighting some influential and inspiring women working across convenience retail to celebrate International Women's Day.
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Bottling up cash for water charity

MORE than half a million pounds has been raised by Nisa retailers for The One Foundation.
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Manufacturers go extra mile

Scottish firms step up during COVID crisis
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Beano takes top spot

THE Beano was number one selling annual at Christmas 2014, said its publisher DC Thomson. With sales worth more than £1m at retail price it...
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Unitas hails a strong first year

WHOLESALE buying group Unitas has been celebrating its first full year in business, with plenty of positives to take away from its first set of annual results.
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WIN Ballygowan Natural Mineral Water

To support the launch of Ballygowan water in the UK, Britvic Soft Drinks is offering two lucky retailers the chance to win £50 of...
Promotional image for Spar Scotland's 'Spin into Spring' mechanic for the spring 2026 season.

Spar Scotland unveils new spin to win mechanic for spring promotion

Spar Scotland has unveiled an exclusive digital activation for spring 2026 with its new spin-to-win mechanic 'Spin into Spring'.

Call for clarity on EU workers

The SRC claims there are 10,000 EU nationals currently employed by the retail industry in Scotland whose future remains uncertain.
Pernod Ricard has five spirit suggestions to stock for the festive season this year.

Pernod Ricard’s spirited choices for Christmas

Pernod Ricard believes its Absolut Vodka, Malfy gin, Malibu rum, Altos tequila and Jameson Irish Whisky will be key for consumers either as Christmas presents or for festive party cocktails.
Left to right: John Lee, Scottish Grocers’ Federation; Iain Gulland, Zero Waste Scotland; Tom Brock, Scottish Seabird Centre, at the launch of the Carrier Bag Commitment.

Commitment is in the bag

SCOTTISH Government-funded environmental body Zero Waste Scotland has launched the Carrier Bag Commitment for Scottish retailers. New laws passed by the Scottish Parliament will require...
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Batley launches biggest promo

WHOLESALER Batleys this month starts its biggest-ever promotional scheme with the launch of its Core Connect programme. The scheme, which runs across the Batleys estate...
Heineken UK has highlighted the opportunities presented by Old Mout and Strongbow.

Heineken offers advice on cider category

Cider is big business in the UK, with NIQ data showing the category was worth £1.1billion last year, as it provides an all-year-round opportunity for convenience retailers, says Heineken UK.

SGF draws the political crowd

FIRST minister Nicola Sturgeon was one of the first MSPs to be presented with a copy of the latest Scottish Local Shop Report during...