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An image of Eoin McGhettigan standing at a dock.

Spar Scotland appoints new chair

CJ Lang & Son has appointed Eoin McGettigan as its new non-executive chair to succeed Jim Hepburn who stepped down from the role in December.
The Fifa World Cup trophy stands in a glass cabinet in the Fifa World Football Museum.

World Cup bank holiday confirmed for Scotland

An additional bank holiday day has been confirmed for 15 June to allow shoppers to get behind the national team for its first game in the Fifa World Cup.
Advert for the Coca-Cola Cherry Float launch featuring a bottle of Coca-Cola Original Taste Cherry Float and Coca-Cola Zero Sugar Cherry Float.

Coca-Cola unveils new Cherry Float flavour

CCEP has blended a nostalgic classic with modern tastes to deliver a new variant in the Coca-Cola flavour line-up with its Coca-Cola Cherry Float.
Packs of Barratt Sweet Shop sweets including Fruit Salad, Wham and Flump with colour designs behind them that match the colours of the brands.

Barratt unveils rebrand across its Sweet Shop range

Confectionery brand Barratt Sweet Shop has unveiled a rebrand across the Wham, Fruit Salad and Flumps brand, complete with new launches.
A plate of Katsu Curry is next to a Potts' can of the curry sauce with ingredients lying around the pair of them.

New look brings Potts’ tins to the forefront

Artisanal canned sauce brand Potts' has reported an increase in the sales of its aluminium canned format following a redesign in 2025.
Pack shots of Dr Pepper Cherry Crush 330ml cans.

Dr Pepper brings the ‘Lurve’ for Valentine’s Day

Drinks giant CCEP has unveiled a new Valentine's campaign for its Dr Pepper Cherry Crush variant complete with romance advice from 'Dr Lurve'.
Exterior image of Spar Renfrew, Premier Broadway Convenience Store, KeyStore Kilmacolm Road and Day-Today Anniesland.

Scottish convenience remains in growth ahead of the UK

The Scottish convenience sector was the only region to show a sales growth out of the whole of the UK, according to a new report from Talysis.
Packs of KitKat Cookie Dough formats sit across a red and blue background with beige and brown coloured dots as part of the background design.

KitKat introduces new Cookie Dough flavour across range

Chocolate wafer brand KitKat has unveiled a new Cookie Dough flavour for its range of biscuit bars, aiming to offer consumers a more indulgent way to take a break.
Pack shots of Hovis Tasty Wholemeal Thick and Medium Loaves with an on-pack design for Magic Breakfast.

Hovis partners with Magic Breakfast children’s charity

Bakery brand Hovis has partnered up with children's charity Magic Breakfast as part of its plans to donate 1.5million meals to kids across 2026.
Pack shots of Starbucks Frappuccino Sip of Joy Caramel Brownie Flavour and Starbucks Summer Escape Limited Edition Pistachio Flavour Chilled Coffee.

Starbucks unveils new pistachio coffee RTD

Chilled coffee brand Starbucks has unveiled a new pistachio flavour for its Summer Escape Chilled Coffee and a vibrant new look for the Sip of Joy drink.
BrewDog is running a creative competition that offers retailers free stock in return for in-store space.

BrewDog launches retailer competition

Craft beer firm BrewDog is offering free stock to retailers through a nationwide competition, Space For Beer – and store bosses can find out the details here.
First Minister John Swinney receives a bespoke bottle of whisky from Loch Lomond Group chief executive Colin Matthews.

First Minister opens Luss Distillery

First Minister John Swinney has officially opened the new multi-million pound Luss Distillery, which owner Loch Lomond Group says will help boost tourism and the spirits industry.
Booker's Scoot delivery platform is celebrating its first anniversary with a milestone 300 symbol group retailers now live on the service across the UK.

Scoot delivery service hits first anniversary milestone

Wholesaler Booker's Scoot delivery platform is celebrating its first anniversary with a milestone 300 symbol group retailers now live on the service across the UK.
About 100 retailers from across Scotland attended the Fed trade show held at Patina in Edinburgh.

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.
Pack shots of Dove Refillable Anti-Perspirant range including Original, Violet & Tonka Bean and Peony & Pineapple.

Dove unveils first refillable deodorant

Skincare brand Dove has unveiled its first range of refillable anti-perspirant deodorants in a bid to encourage shoppers to use the format more.
Image of the exterior of Co-op Selkirk.

Co-op confirms a further three store openings for Scotland

Co-op has announced its plans to open three new stores across Scotland as part of new plans to open 18 stores in the first quarter of 2026.
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