Thanks for the service
THE boss of one of Scotland’s main confectionery manufacturers, a long-standing newsagent and retailer and two men often said to have kick-started the UK’s...
Praise for Filshill staff
JW FILSHILL boss Simon Hannah has heaped praise on the firm’s staff, as the wholesaler celebrated another big win
Growing better snacking habits
When consumer tastes change, producers are quick to create new products that satisfy demand.
Lunchtime – the biscuit big break?
RETAILERS should consider encouraging shoppers to choose a cake-style treat as part of their lunch, according to Laura Smith, brand communications manager at Cuisine...
Value reigns in snacks, says Golden Wonder
Tayto Group believes its Golden Wonder £1 PMP sharing bag range is ideal for driving sales as consumers seek to save money with nights in.
Virus rocks retail
THE UK is enduring the biggest change to daily life since the Second World War, and Scotland’s retailers are on the front lines.
Re-tail support for SSPCA
In good news for animal-lovers, Scotmid Co-operative has announced the Scottish SPCA will be its Charity of the Year for 2018/19
Brands band together
FOR the first time ever, three Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I brands have come together for a consumer promotion.
Galloway Gathering project donates over 90,000 meals
Nationwide charity initiative The Galloway Gathering Project has donated more than 90,000 meals to Scottish communities in support of FareShare.
Watchdog could block supermarket merger
Extensive competition concerns could spell end for £3bn deal
A SIGNIFICANT blow has been dealt to the proposed merger of Sainsbury’s and Asda as competition...
Advance moves onto smart phones
JTI has widened its range of digital retailer communications services by launching the JTI Advance app.
The app features a barcode scanner and fingerprint sign-in,...
The Fed calls on ScotGov to put retailers at the heart of agenda
The Federation of Independent Retailers has called on the next Scottish Government to place store owners at the heart of policy ahead of the elections.
DRS takes a step forward
Consultancy appointed for the UK's deposit return scheme roll-out.
Change at the top
Darren Goldney, managing director of Unitas Wholesale, has announced he will step down from his role in April
McMullen takes Baxters job
John McMullen brings 25 years of experience to the Edinburgh based firm
SG interview: Elaine Bone, Border Biscuits
With 31 years and counting, there are few who know Border Biscuits like Elaine Bone. From school leaver to production manager, Elaine tracks the journey of a brand success story
