2017 in review
Improvements on business rates but questions still linger over DRS, promotions, pricing and a whole lot more
PRA is on a journey with its members
The Petrol Retailers Association has highlighted some aspects of forecourt retailing that store owners should keep note of following its roadshow.
Carbon neutral Mars Bars by 2023.
MARS Wrigley UK has committed to making Mars Bars sold in the UK, Ireland and Canada carbon neutral by January 2023.
The announcement – which...
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.
Healthy Living Programme provides a boost
The Healthy Living Programme's Cooking At Home campaign and events aimed at youngsters is leading to healthier results for stores and consumers.
Star retailers shine on TV
Retailers Asiyah and Jawad Javed of Day-Today in Stenhousemuir have been inspiring TV viewers on both sides of the Atlantic through their contribution to the local community during the Covid-19 pandemic
Calls to delay DRS rejected
The Scottish Government has reaffirmed its commitment to deliver its deposit return scheme (DRS) on time despite calls from drinks and hospitality industry leaders for a pause.
Unitas launches own-label range
Unitas Wholesale has unveiled a new own-brand range, called Local Living, to help support retailer margins, as well as two new category guides.
Facing up to customer contact – by the book
Costcutter has been piloting social media and now it’s ready to roll
FOLLOWING what it says has been a successful pilot scheme Costcutter is rolling...
Scotland’s top alcohol brands: 8, 9 & 10
Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home alcoholic drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brands 8-10.
World of Sweets covers the impulse shop
Novelty treats will be the way to go for Christmas confectionery shoppers this year says World of Sweets, with a chance to grab some impulse sales too.
Coca-Cola has a citrus fresh launch
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners has a zesty new launch in its flavoured colas category with the addition of two lemon flavoured variants to its range.
Awards Profile – The Innovation Award
Premier RaceTrack Pitstop Bearsden was the winner of The Innovation Award at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023. We've been catching up with retail manager Guna Sud and store manager Leigh McCarter to find out more about what makes the store so special.
Don’t be late … enter now
It really is time to get them in. You could be a winner in March on the biggest night in the industry calendar when...
DRS delayed until 2025
Scottish Government has delayed DRS until October 2025 following doubts over the scheme's viability after UK Government removed glass from the scheme.
Public urged to mind shops
Costcutter launches new campaign
