SGF unveils new vice-president
The SGF has announced that bp director Andy Kenney will take on the position of vice president of its board as Graham Watson steps into the president role.
A new era for Costcutter
A NEW era for Costcutter retailers kicks-off this month as the group’s supply deal with The Co-op comes into effect.
Bank closures hit retailers
RETAILERS pulled no punches when giving evidence on the effect of bank branch closures on the convenience sector.
Food retail bucks trend
Total food sales in July were up compared to last year, according to the latest figures produced by KPMG for the Scottish Retail Consortium
Special Olympics aces tour Scottish CCEP factory
Drinks giant Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has shown its continuing support for the Special Olympics by holding an event for athletes in Scotland.
PayPoint COVID push
PayPoint has rolled out a raft of measures to support retailers during the coronavirus outbreak.
Co-op and EG are On The Move in new forecourt sites
Co-op and the EG Group are set to open three new forecourt sites across Scotland as the convenience retail chain aims to build its franchise ambitions.
Symbols are vying for your business
Scottish fascia groups have touted the strengths of their various symbols and how retailers can benefit from them, should store owners be looking to swap out in the new year.
Tennent’s invests in low emission trucks
Tennent's has unveiled a fleet of lower emission trucks following a significant investment.
The trucks operate Euro 6 Diesel engines helping reduce harmful pollutants, improve...
Convenience home run
Scotland’s brands and produce are important to Scottish retailers and consumers, as our annual top 50 Scottish brands feature illustrates. In this update we...
Bradley Scanes takes on director role at AG Barr
Former Formula One coach, Bradley Scanes, has been appointed as the new people performance director at AG Barr to embed positive habits across the business.
High street struggle
FOOD sales were the only shining light in an otherwise dark September for Scottish retail.
Belhaven pushes Euros off-trade opportunities
Belhaven reckons retailers can capitalise on consumers seeking fun in the sun with at-home gatherings – especially with Scotland playing in the Euros.
Tech support for industry
Jisp is using its shopping services to raise funds for GroceryAid as part of a new partnership with the retail industry charity.
Jack’s hot and hotter
THE rise in popularity of hot and spicy world flavours shows no signs of slowing down, says Richard Cox, president Canadian business unit and...
Getting to know the new note
There is a new Bank of England £50 note in circulation and the Association of Convenience Stores has highlighted a number of security measures to help retailers be prepared
