Lights, camera, c-store
A Stirling store took centre stage for the launch of a new cookery challenge series on BBC Scotland.
Convenience in brief | Gin Bothy, Nisa and Ardbeg news
Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Gin Bothy, Nisa and Ardbeg.
Sipping on a slimmer can
CCEP swapping 330ml for 250ml
SIZE matters, according to Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP), as the firm moves to replace its 330ml Appletiser and Schweppes cans...
Sainsbury’s and Asda deal raises competition concerns
COMPETITION concerns raised over the proposed merger of Sainsbury’s and Asda will be the subject of an in depth investigation from the Competition and...
Perfetti Van Melle has a sweet match for missions
Confectionery giant Perfetti Van Melle has recommended retailers to keep the sweets section well varied to help match different shopper missions.
Holyrood sets its new team
Cunningham takes over department considering statutory deposit and return scheme
MEMBERS of the Scottish Parliament from all parties have been urged to support retailers following...
Solid returns says Scotmid
But Brexit, cost increases and uncertainty mean challenges ahead reckons co-op chief
EDINBURGH-based co-op Scotmid described its performance in the first half of the year...
Nisa and Costcutter retailers get profits boost
Both Nisa and Costcutter retailers stand to benefit from profit-boosting decisions taken by their respective wholesalers.
C-stores see RRED
Do the forces of political activism have energy drinks in their sights? And could independents benefit by developing voluntary sales policies?
John McNee investigates.
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First franchise takes off
The first fully-refitted One Stop Franchise store in Scotland opened for business last month following what the One Stop team called an ‘instant launch...
Digital future for c-stores
PayPoint backs innovation
Sales slip at Costcutter
COSTCUTTER Supermarkets Group has announced an 8.9% decline in annual turnover.
A statement from parent company Bibby Line Group revealed that total turnover for 2015...
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'.
Symbols ahead on sales growth
BRITAIN’S symbol stores and independent shops have once again come out ahead of the supermarket giants in terms of growth in the latest grocery...
Tailoring a service for convenience
There is no shortage of delivery options for retailers at the moment, with tech firms and entrepreneurs responding to the surge in demand for home delivery last year
Convenience in brief | Scotmid, GroceryAid and FDF Scotland news
Scottish Grocer highlights three stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Scotmid, GroceryAid and FDF Scotland.
