One Stop confirms Scottish expansion
Firm “excited about the level of interest from independents”
TESCO-owned convenience store operator and franchise operation One Stop has officially announced that it’s bringing...
Bobby’s Mega Sour Spray Can shake up sweets
Bobby's new Mega Sour Spray Can is set to shake up the sweets aisle with a unique two-in-one flavour offer that capitalises on trending consumer flavours.
Nisa has tools for Scottish expansion
Nisa retail chief Victoria Lockie is confident that the symbol group's proposition for retailers will enable it to achieve ambitious growth targets in Scotland.
“Historic” c-store group established
HOLYROOD has given its backing to a proposal from the Scottish Grocers’ Federation and MSP Gordon MacDonald to establish the first-ever Scottish Parliament Cross...
Baking it to the top
SCOTTISH Grocer’s Employee of the Year 2015, Lorraine Doddicott, should be well-used to receiving compliments. “Friendly”, “helpful”, “polite” and “lovely” are words that show...
UWS trade show highlights industry Bonds
United Wholesale Scotland rounded off its successful trade show with a 007-themed awards dinner. Meanwhile the Scottish Wholesale Association is gearing up for its Achievers Awards.
Federation warns on living wage
RETAIL industry representative group the Scottish Grocer’s Federation has expressed concern that politicians and others appear to be intensifying efforts to establish a statutory...
Tesco goes electric in Glasgow
TESCO has rolled out an all-electric home delivery fleet across Glasgow, as COP26 draws to a close in the city.
From this week, Tesco customers...
Mars Wrigley rolls out new Easter range
Confectionery giant Mars Wrigley has launched its Easter range for 2025, allowing retailers to get a head start on the season for next year.
Thatchers Cider takes leading role in Scotland
Thatchers Cider has been stressing the importance of the four-can pack format, while also telling retailers that data shows it is the fastest-growing cider maker in Scotland.
Red Bull offers tips on growing customer base
Red Bull reckons store owners need to cater to customers who are curious to try energy drinks and, here, the popular brand offers some advice.
Jisp unveils wholesale rewards platform
Jisp, the award-winning technology solutions company behind the successful Scan & Save shopper app, has launched what it says is an industry-first wholesale loyalty and rewards platform for retailers.
Shifting habits in Scottish alcohol markets
Summertime events boosted up sales despite a change in drinking attitude with consumers
ALCOHOL is the biggest sector within food and drink and, as such,...
UK votes for the top gin brand
Premium gin brand Whitley Neill has been voted as the number one gin brand in the UK, according to a new survey from Sevanta Brandvue.
Takis rocks the dragon in a new flavour
Social media sensation Takis has launched a spicy new variant exclusive to Aldi stores as it brings its Dragon Sweet Chill flavour to the UK for the first time.
A night of wholesale success
The Scottish Wholesale Association has once again recognised the very best in the sector at its 21st Achievers Awards ceremony.
