The changing face of impulse
AS this article is being written members of the Scottish Grocer team are travelling the country, along with independent experts and colleagues from sponsors,...
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Researcher finds shoppers want better ranges in c-stores but retailers say suppliers need to provide more category information
SHOPPERS in Britain’s local stores aren’t as...
Sales slow for crucial period
Grocery sales in the UK were “unexpectedly slow” while approaching the peak of the ‘golden quarter’ of festive trading.
New York Bakery back on the small screen
New York Bakery's 'Bakes You There' campaign has returned to TV screens for 2026 following strong consumer engagement with the marketing last year.
Spar Scotland unveils new lorry livery
Symbol group chain Spar Scotland has revealed its new eye-catching lorry livery highlighting its Achievers Award win for the third year in a row.
Feeling on top of the world
THEY aimed to raise £20,000 for Edinburgh Sick Kids Friends Foundation and Maggie’s Cancer Centre. But after an epic seven-day trek to climb...
Spar updates age-sales advice
CJ Lang, the wholesale and retail company behind Spar in Scotland, has updated its To Sell or Not To Sell training materials that are...
Bringing in crustomers
Popular frozen pizza brand Chicago Town has now entered the convenience market, with the launch of its Pizza to Go concept
Mandatory face coverings from 10 July
FACE coverings will be mandatory in Scottish shops this month, the First Minister has announced.
Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed that the new rule will come...
Scotland’s Top Brands: 2. Graham’s
Spotlight on No.2 of the top Scottish food and drink brands of 2022, Graham's
Tesco says things are looking up
CONSUMERS are feeling more confident, according to supermarket giant Tesco’s quarterly survey of customer attitudes. But concerns about personal finances and job security remain...
Cost pressures hit retailers hard
INFLATION is at its highest level for a generation, costs are rising across the board and many retailers and customers alike are suffering the consequences of escalating financial pressure.
Tennent’s new retail scheme
Rewards programme for Scottish c-stores
Lees lands a lucrative listing
Confectionery manufacturer Lees of Scotland has secured its third listing with high street retailer Marks and Spencer.
PLH renewal deadline is almost here
Act swiftly or face disaster
Tough trading top of agenda
Experts warn of challenging conditions
