Violence against forecourt retailers soars since Iran war
Reports of abusive behaviour against forecourt staff has more than doubled since the outbreak of the Iran war, according to VARS Technology.
West Coast Coolers land across Scottish shelves
Irish ready-to-drink brand West Coast Cooler has hit shelves across Scotland's off-trade sector as its two Original and Sunburst variants roll out across the UK.
Jacob’s launches new Mini Cheddars for World Cup
Snacks brand Jacob's Mini Cheddars has unveiled new limited edition flavours to tie in with the upcoming summer of sport and Fifa World Cup.
Industry experts welcome DRS grant support
DRS organiser Exchange for Change has announced new exemption rules for smaller retailers as well as a new grant scheme to support these stores.
PayPoint invites retailers to take part in annual survey
Payment services firm PayPoint is inviting its retailer customers to take part in its annual survey to gain feedback across its services.
New Co-op store opens in Cruden Bay
A new Co-op store has opened in Cruden Bay and brings back the local Post Office after it closed for refurbishment in September 2025.
Glasgow 1770 unveils new trio of Small Batch whisky
The Glasgow Distillery has unveiled its latest trio of whiskies in the Small Batch Series as the distiller continues to experiment with wine cask finishes.
Stockleys broadens gifting options with Heritage Jars
Traditional confectionery manufacturer Stockley's has unveiled its new Heritage Jars range in a bid to tap into the gifting opportunity.
-196 expands with new Peach flavour
SBF GB&I has launched a new Peach flavour for its alcoholic RTD brand -196 in a bid to tap into the growing demand for more peach variants in the sector.
Mackie’s acquires new facility to grow distribution capacity
Aberdeenshire dairy firm Mackie's of Scotland has acquired a new site in the Kintore area to support local distribution to Scottish customers.
Soreen launches PMP format for Lunchbox Loaves range
Healthier cakes brand Soreen has unveiled its new £1.99 PMP packs for its Lunchbox Loaves range, offering greater visible value to shoppers.
KeyStore introduces £5 promo with Eden Farm
Scottish wholesaler JW Filshill has kicked off a new collaboration with frozen food supplier Eden Farm as part of a new £5 meal deal opportunity.
Nesquik introduces new Strawberry flavour
Nestlé Cereals is set to turn cereal bowls across the UK pink with the launch of its Nesquik Strawberry variant, bringing its milkshake flavour to the cereal range for the first time.
The Traitors confectionery range unveiled
Confectionery wholesaler World of Sweets has unveiled its new range inspired by BBC's hit TV show The Traitors, blending sweets with gameplay.
Modelo Especial launches across the UK
Mexican lager brand Modelo Especial has hit shelves across the UK as Budweier Brewing Group brings the beer to the off-trade for the first time.
Highland Spring unveils new Flavoured Water range
Scottish bottled water brand Highland Spring has expanded on its Flavoured Still Water range with its new Orange & Passionfruit and Summer Berries variants.
