The Fed celebrates Scottish trade show
The Fed has hailed the successful return of a Scottish trade show for the first time in more than 10 years, with about 100 independent retailers in attendance.
Booker posts 3.5% increase
THE Booker cash & carry group had a good second quarter, posting a 3.5% increase in like-for-like sales. Non-tobacco sales were up by 6.9%,...
Scottish off-trade top ten brands 2019: Established names continue to impress
Brands founded more than a century ago take all three podium spots in this year’s Scottish alcohol top ten table
Innovation aims to keep sales sweet
Many c-stores have moved to extend ranges and embrace new styles of retailing as consumers carry out more substantial top-up shopping and look for...
Scots catching up
The long alcoholic drinks market has become very interesting in recent years. Off-trade growth has been decent in the last 12 months and craft...
Good food, good cause
ICE cream and snacks firm Mackie’s of Scotland has published a book of recipes to help raise funds to combat muscular dystrophy.
Nisa appoints interim CEO
Arnu Misra takes the helm as half year trading report shows sales on the up
NISA has appointed an interim chief executive following the departure...
A fresh approach
The Day-Today Elite fascia is evolving, putting fresh food first with a new concept for the convenience sector. The first to launch is Day-Today...
Nisa retailer kept up to date on pandemic trends
Nisa has been offering independent retailers a new insights and information service comprising weekly data reports covering a broad range of key issues affecting stores
Star qualities shine on
IT’S always a great night but the 2014 presentation of the Scottish Grocer Awards turned out to be one of the best ever.
An audience...
Tunnock’s treats stand the test of time
Stock up on a range of chocolate biscuits that remain easily recognisable – and are even more popular – such as the range from Tunnock's.
Support for pupils
ASDA has teamed up with Dell Technologies to provide 620 laptops to schools in Scotland in a bid to support pupils who have no access to online learning.
CMA at a loss over profit slur
Forecourt owners have been cleared of profiting from failing to pass on the 5p fuel duty cut that was introduced in March by the Government.
Salmonella warning: retailers must check confectionery
FOOD Standards Scotland has issued a further warning concerning Kinder products linked to a salmonella outbreak, as relevant batches continue to be found on...
Edinburgh firm eyes c-stores
Edinburgh-based start-up Drinkly has rebranded as Shoply as the home-delivery service looks to snap up more c-store business
Britvic stimulates energy spend
Britvic offers retailers tips on how to effectively drive up sales across the energy category in stores to make the most out of the channel in convenience.
