Stub out litter bugs
JTI has launched a new scheme aimed at reducing cigarette butt littering.
Calls to tackle energy costs
Convenience channel chiefs have voiced their concerns about the impact of rising energy costs on the sector in the wake of the US-Israeli war with Iran.
FTG grant deadline looms
RETAILERS have until the end of this month to submit their application for a grant of up to £7,500 to beef up their food to go offer.
Facewatch highlights repeat offender problem
Prolific repeat offenders entered UK shops almost 300,000 times in the first six months of 2026, according to worrying statistics from retail crime-busting tech firm Facewatch.
InPost teams up with ASOS for next-day convenience
Postal services firm InPost has teamed up with e-commerce fashion company ASOS to offer next day delivery across its locker network.
Panther wins with Dragons
GLASGOW entrepreneur Paul Crawford gave his brand a serious exposure boost last month, when he appeared on BBC’s Dragon’s Den.
Snapping up a big partner
Snappy Shopper has secured another major contract, joining forces with Scotmid in Edinburgh.
Grant’s Foods backs virtual Burns Supper
Grant's Foods is inviting members of the public to tune into what’s shaping up to be the world’s biggest virtual Burns Supper, in support of Spina Bifida charity SBH Scotland.
Exchange for Change confirms retailer handling fees for DRS
Exchange for Change has confirmed the return handling fee for the upcoming deposit return scheme, marking another key step towards the go-live date in 2027.
Inflation sustains for January
Consumer inflation has sustained for January 2024 according to the Office for National Statistics, despite drops in food and alcohol prices.
More harm than good
PROPOSALS to limit the advertising and promotion of vaping products in Scotland have come under fire from Scottish retailers.
More Aldis are coming
Aldi has announced plans for a huge expansion
Nisa on big drive to recruit stores
Nisa has announced ambitious plans to expand its network of stores – at the same time as a revitalised Glasgow outlet reopened to serve its local community.
Track your events
CONSUMERS don’t need an excuse for a night in (or indeed a big afternoon in) but give sports fans an event to watch and...
Seasonal sales soar
Supermarket sales exceeded expectations over the festive period, according to the latest data from Kantar and Nielsen IQ.
Half and half and nearly square
A new rectangular wrap made with half wholegrain flour is Warburtons’ latest health-related innovation. Following the development of its Half & Half bread, and...
