Edrington and Beam Suntory to split ways
Leading spirits firms Edrington UK and Beam Suntory are set to end their UK distribution partnership next year as they look to focus on their own portfolios.
Free data for firms
Scotland's food and drink sector is being offered free access to consumer trends and data affecting the sector.
Spar goes yellow for charity campaign
Spar and other grocery brands have all gone yellow in support of Marie Curie's 75th anniversary with a pledge to donate £35,000 to the charity.
Nisa enhances convenience in Thurso
Nisa has unveiled the results of a £260k investment into one of its symbol stores in Thurso following an investment from a local retailer.
DRS gets an IT provider
A KEY piece of deposit return scheme infrastructure has been confirmed, with the appointment of an IT partner.
Growing better snacking habits
When consumer tastes change, producers are quick to create new products that satisfy demand.
Bestway buys Bargain Booze
BESTWAY is poised to snap up Bargain Booze in a deal brokered by administrators of the financially hamstrung wholesaler Conviviality.
Electric fleet for the Co-op
THE Co-op has committed to fully replacing its home delivery vans with electric vehicles by 2025
Drinking in the benefits – Low sugar and diet drinks
IN tough economic times, consumers may become less concerned about healthy products, but lines whose sales remain resilient, those which consumers still choose to...
Retail leads on property values
RETAIL outlets including c-stores and forecourts were among the star performers on the business sales scene last year. And despite a number of challenges...
More info please – Animal welfare concern
ANIMAL welfare is a growing consumer issue, with a new study showing that eight out of 10 UK shoppers want labels which clearly show...
Vaping ban in debate
A ban on disposable vapes is being considered by the Scottish Government.
Employment law set for changes
We now have a new UK government, the first single-party government for five years. In terms of employment regulations what could be in store?
What...
New look for English PASS card
STORES with young adult customers who are English or Welsh should ensure any ID card shown during age-restricted goods transactions meets new PASS card...
Employment law in a post-Brexit world
The UK left the EU on 31 January 2020 with a withdrawal agreement in place, a transition period and a framework for negotiations. The...
JTI takes two to court
JTI has welcomed the successful prosecution of two individuals selling counterfeit tobacco through Facebook
