Spar says online life has lift-off
FASCIA group Spar claims its digital activity is leading the way in UK symbol organisations, with its online services attracting record visitors each month.
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New poll reveals abuse towards retail staff is rising
A new survey has shown 77% of retail staff are being intimidated and abused at work.
Convenience in Brief | Snappy Group, Scotmid and Loch Lomond Distillery news
Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that provide insights to convenience retailers about Snappy Group, Scotmid and Loch Lomond Distillery.
Administrating a scheme
DRS programme manager David Barnes on the road ahead
Sugar tax draft law published
THE Westminster Government has published draft legislation on a sugar levy scheduled to come into force from April 2018.
Under the proposed legislation, soft drinks...
FareShare plea to food sector
Charity FareShare is appealing for more "food partners" as it faces massive demand for help because of the cost-of-living crisis.
January to the sales rescue
Retail monitor records best growth since April 2011
SCOTS hit the shops in January: the country’s total retail sales were up 2% on 2012. According...
Tesco creates 16,000 jobs
Tesco has created 16,000 new permanent roles in the UK to support growth in its online business
Employer obligations to zero-hour workers
The importance of ensuring consistent treatment of employees on different types of contracts has recently been reinforced by the Employment Appeal Tribunal
Capitalise on Minions craze with Yazoo and Premier Foods
Milk drinks brand Yazoo and ambient products firm Premier Foods are both bringing fun to kids' mealtimes thanks to the hugely popular Minions cartoon characters from the Despicable Me movies.
Change at the top for Bestway
There will be a changing of the guard at the top of Bestway Wholesale next month as managing director Martin Race has announced plans to step down on 30 November
BrewDog caters to key big night in occasions
Craft beer brand BrewDog reckons the big night in is more important than ever – and believes it has the formats to help retailers drive impulse sales.
Business groups’ plea for rates relief in Scottish Budget
Members from across convenience have sent a co-signed letter to Scotland's finance secretary urging for rates relief on retail stores in the Scottish Budget.
The discounters dominate again
Lidl and Aldi grow sales continuously while their rivals see growth stagnating
Lynagh to head up wholesalers
Booker area manager becomes second chief to return to SWA presidency
BOOKER area manager, Eddie Lynagh, has been named the new senior vice-president of the...
Camelot claims Lotto lift-off
But overall sales look static
NATIONAL Lottery organiser Camelot says the increase in prize values and ticket prices on its Lotto product has revitalised the...
