How will we tax?
Continuing our look at issues of special interest to retailers as we approach 18 September’s momentous vote.
SCOTLAND’S people will decide next month whether they...
Macphie predicts food craze for the UK
Aberdeenshire food firm Macphie has predicted a new social media food craze could be coming this way with the introduction of 'hybrid foods'.
Rates tweak is a welcome one
Mackay includes poundage shift in draft budget
Election: Parties set out retail stalls
SCOTLAND's political parties have unveiled a raft of policies aimed at revitalising the high street and supporting retailers – as the country prepares to...
Report challenges food health plans
Official bodies hit back after obesity and public health activists criticise fat avoidance recommendations
AN obesity charity has sparked heated debate after urging people to...
MSPs back SRC BBQ responsibility
Kate Forbes and MSPs from across the political spectrum have submitted their support for the SRC's Responsible Retailing of Disposable BBQs guidelines.
Cheddars flying the flag for Scotland
Product provenance is a key purchase driver for Scottish shoppers – and Lactalis UK & Ireland reckon that’s why its Orkney, Galloway and Seriously cheese brands remain popular choices.
Margiotta adds city store
As Sainsbury’s takes Marchmont independent
EDINBURGH-based retailer Margiotta Food and Wine is adding a store in the Polwarth area of the city to its chain.
The...
Sugar tax has little impact
Figures show Soft Drinks Industry levy has had little impact on consumer habits since it was introduced in the spring
Glen Scotia partners up for Campbeltown Whisky Festival
Glen Scotia has teamed up with three of Scotland's top travel influencers helping to show off the 'Journey to Campbeltown' ahead of Campbeltown Malts Festival.
Snappy tie-ups to deliver growth
The Snappy Group has grown its partnerships to help deliver a simpler delivery service for retailers using Snappy Shopper.
Shop theft record broken
The Association of Convenience Stores has revealed a massive surge in theft across the UK's local shops in its latest 2024 Crime Report.
Cadbury offers shoppers More
Mondelēz International is out to pack more into the Cadury Dairy Milk offer with the launch of Cadbury Dairy Milk & More, offering consumers a nuttier option.
Belhaven pushes its local roots across its beer
Provenance of a brand matters to consumers, making local products like Belhaven beers key must-stocks for the year ahead.
Scottish wholesalers make parliamentary delivery
Politicians have been given an insight into all channels of Scotland’s food and drinks sector during a Scottish Wholesale Association parliamentary reception at Holyrood.
Vacancies soar on the high street
Scottish footfall figures fall behind UK
