Government backs bottle deposit plan
The Scottish Government has announced it plans to introduce a deposit return scheme but it is not clear if this will apply to convenience stores
Festive chocs on the rise
CHRISTMAS chocolate saw sales value rise 5.3% in 2013 said Cadbury brand owner Mondelez International as it launched its festive range for this year.
Consumers...
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...
The sweetest night’s share
Confectionery giants suggest ways to grab more night-in sales
CONFECTIONERY is one of the product categories that has embraced the big-night-in trend most and it,...
Moy Park First to Market with Innovative ‘Roast in the Bag’ Packaging
Leading UK food company Moy Park, has developed the first roast-in-the-bag chicken product to use cutting edge thermoformed packaging technology. The state of the...
Lucy Meck is cracking on
BRITISH Lion egg ambassador Lucy Meck has been encouraging consumers to eat an egg each day as part of a healthy diet.
Changing for environment
RESEARCH from IGD has revealed more than half of consumers claim they are willing to adopt healthier, more sustainable diets.
IGD’s Appetite for Change research...
Morrisons ups loyalty
Morrisons has announced an overhaul of its loyalty scheme.
Get healthier sales from snacking
Matching the demand from younger consumers to enjoy healthier snacks and drinks can be a good way for convenience retailers to boost profits.
DEFRA outlines single-use vape ban
The UK Government has outlined new guidance on the incoming disposable vape ban, including device definitions and the consequences of selling them from 1 June.
Soft drinks beat £10bn
A long thirsty summer in 2013 saw category sales grow, with water and niche brands among the big winners
GOOD weather and the trend to...
Bringing a fresh feel to the shop
Bosses at MHouse Business Solutions believe the firm's MPos system will help to transform how stores run in the modern day.
Awards Profile – Innovation in Impulse
OPENING a new store at any time can be a challenge but this must go doubly so during a pandemic. It was no small feat then, when Barry Oujla, owner of Barry’s Convenience Stores, and his son Steven, opened a new store in 2020.
A new era for Costcutter
A NEW era for Costcutter retailers kicks-off this month as the group’s supply deal with The Co-op comes into effect.
Speak out about abuse
A new campaign fronted by Crimestoppers Scotland, Fearless.org and the Scottish Grocers Federation (SGF), aims to raise awareness on how violence and abuse impact on retail staff
New directions
Bedford-born retailer Natalie Lightfoot converted her Glasgow store to a Londis earlier this year. It has been one of the most exciting and challenging...
