Value is key says Imperial Brands
Value remains a key focus in the tobacco category as Imperial Brands says that Scottish consumers are looking for a better-for-money option in the gantry.
Convenience in brief | Irn-Bru, Luciditi and food show news
Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Irn-Bru, Luciditi and the Speciality Food & Drink Show.
Market news | Alpen, Pepsi Max, Pizza Express, Giffard Liqueurs
Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
Scotland’s top brands: 21-30
Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home food and drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brands 21-30.
McIntosh brings Oor Wullie to Burns
Strathmore Foods brings a Scottish comic classic to its McIntosh ready meals with Oor Wullie stamping onto limited edition packs for Burns Night.
Convenience in brief | Mackie’s, Eldorado and PayPoint news
Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Mackie's of Scotland, Eldorado and JW Filshill, and PayPoint.
Bring a flair this Valentine’s
Three brands have offered their selection to help retailers to elevate the offer for Valentine's Day this year, with a focus for some at-home cocktail serves.
Snappy delivers sanitary support
Snappy Shopper and female retailers across Scotland have taken a stand against period poverty by providing customers with free period products in deliveries.
Mr Porky can deliver a protein fix
Pork snacks can suit a number of shopper missions – from consumers wanting to bring a taste of the pub to their home to gym goers seeking a protein boost, reckons Tayto.
Justice for Scottish postmasters delayed
New legislation set to be introduced today will exonerate postmasters south of the border as Scotland confirms its own law could be on the way.
Double celebration for Spar Scotland retailer Saleem Sadiq
Multiple award-winning Scottish convenience retailer Saleem Sadiq is celebrating two major anniversaries with the Spar symbol group.
Peperami has an Animal return
Peperami's meat-crazed mascot Animal is set to make its return to TV screens across the UK in a new ad following a ten year absence for the anarchic character.
MSPs agree to MUP rise
The Scottish Government has agreed to rise the minimum unit pricing on alcohol to 65p per unit this coming September after the vote passed in parliament.
Academics call for warnings
But retail and industry groups slam professors’ call for blanket drinks curbs
HEALTH warnings on beer cans and wine bottles could be on the cards...
Awards profile – Merchandising award 2014
Winner: Spar Thornliebank
Merchandising Award winner 2014 – in association with P&G.
Interview with Allan Coupar, assistant manager
Store details
Symbol: Spar
Size: 2,500 sq ft
Opening hours: 7am – 10pm...
First minister confirms SGF keynote
First minister Nicola Sturgeon will give the keynote address at this year’s Scottish Grocers Federation Conference, which takes place on 29 and 30 October...
