Jobs fall as wages rise

ACS report says 17,000 fewer are employed in c-stores HE number of people employed by the convenience retailing trade in the UK has fallen by...
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Glasgow … we have lift-off!

AG BARR’S Irn-Bru ‘Cheer We Go’ promotion is ... go! The pre-Games promo will be available to retailers as of this month. The company says 11,000...

Lurpak butters up breakfast

Arla Foods aims to help spread out the options for the morning meal with the vast array of choice that comes from its butter brand Lurpak.
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Green light for new bank

THE Scottish Government has established a new investment bank, tasked with investing in Scottish businesses.

Meet the Maker – Dole Sunshine Company

Andrew Bradshaw, UK sales director at Dole Sunshine Company, gives an insight into the inner workings of the fruit cup company.
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Retail strikes back

Total retail sales have returned to pre-pandemic levels according to the data published by the Scottish Retail Consortium (SRC).
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Nisa raises millions

MAKING A Difference Locally (MADL) has made a total of £11m since it was founded in 2008
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The thrill of the grill

SCOTTISH produce specialist, Scotty Brand, has added Scotch Beef Burgers to its portfolio in time for the al fresco eating season. There are three varieties,...

Preparing for DRS: What does the deposit return scheme mean for Scottish retailers?

The upcoming deposit return scheme (DRS) will launch in October 2027 and will transform how we recycle bottles and cans. Retailers will play a key role in the scheme by offering return points for consumers to bring back their drinks containers.
Spar Scotland stores are witnessing an evolving programme of improvements.

Symbols work to win business

Scotland's quality wholesale and symbol group sectors have worked really hard during 2023 to ensure that their propositions are the best that they can be. And that is good news for retailers who may be considering switching fascia in the early part of this year.
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Premier slashes prices on staples

SYMBOL group Premier has lowered the wholesale price on bread, milk and sugar so its retailers can offer everyday low prices on the important...
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Blame game leads to a CMA inquiry

The average cost of filling a tank of petrol hit £100 for the first time last month, as the UK government briefed against forecourt retailers.

Price hikes set for take off

After years of static or falling prices inflation is just around the corner AFTER a long period of food price stagnation or deflation things look...
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Top 20 FMCG brands in Scotland 2023

Kantar research reveals the FMCGs (fast moving consumer goods) that are most frequently chosen by the nation's consumers
A JW FIlshill branded lorry sits in the wholesaler's depot with the Filshill 150 Years Logo.

Filshill commits to success for landmark 150th anniversary year

Scottish food and drink wholesaler JW Filshill is set to celebrate its 150th anniversary this year, complete with plans for tech innovations and support for charities.

Belhaven tees up at the Fringe

Belhaven tees up at the Fringe with its own mini golf course next to its city centre pop up bar, Belhaven Bar on the Mound.