Concern over youth vaping

A new Scottish Government study has revealed that more than one in seven disposable vape users in Scotland are underage.

Brewed for good

BREWGOODER has put sustainability at the heart of its range, as it prepares to launch five new beers onto Co-op shelves in the new year.
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Co-op adds Uber

THE Co-op is expanding its home delivery service through a partnership with Uber Eats.

Major retailers commit to halve food waste

SOME of the largest retailers and food producers in the UK have signed up to a new commitment to dramatically reduce food waste. Retailers including...
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Crime continues to plague retail sector

CONVENIENCE stores in Scotland continue to be badly affected by retail crime, according to the latest report from the Scottish Grocers Federation.

Optimism on the up

LOCAL retailers in Britain are increasingly optimistic, despite many experiencing a tough sales environment and new costs. The most recent Association of Convenience Stores’ Voice...

Even more rumours

A potential deal between Bestway and Costcutter would see the wholesaler enter into a supply deal with the symbol group

Tributes paid to Ayrshire retailer George

COLLEAGUES and friends from Spar in the UK have paid tribute to George Smillie, who died peacefully at home on Monday, 9 January.

Tobacco hits deadline day

EU regulations tightening the rules on tobacco sales come into force this month, and retailers who fail to comply could face prosecution. From 21 May,...
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More support for NHS staff

Discount scheme to run until the end of 2021
Mrs Tilly’s has secured a UK-wide Asda listing for its new vegan fudge SKU.

Fudge seals the deal

MRS Tilly’s has gone vegan with its latest launch, and secured a national supply contract with Asda in the process
£2 lotto plans £10m kick-off

£2 lotto plans £10m kick-off for October

NATIONAL Lottery operator Camelot is sweetening next month’s price rise with a range of big money prizes to coincide with the introduction of the...
JTI and Imperial have been working with stores on menthol ban compliance.

Menthol ban is now in effect

CIGARETTE manufacturers have been taking back menthol cigarette stock from retailers in the wake of last month’s menthol ban
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Bobby’s expands delivery service for retailers with new Brand Box

Confectionery distributor Bobby's has expanded on its delivery service for retailers with the new Bobby's Brand Box, offering a more convenient option.
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Morrisons launches new promotion for Daily stores

Morrisons has marked the rollout of its More Card to Morrisons Daily franchise stores with the launch of an exclusive new points promotion.

Cooking for the weekend

Breakfast could be hot stuff for c-stores, both for take-home purchasers and those eating on the go. Quoting figures from Nielsen, Kerry Foods says Britons spend...