Gearing up for Awards

Preparations are well under way for the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023.

Networking opportunity for United customers

United Wholesale (Scotland) is hosting a retailer evening in the centre of Glasgow for its customers on Tuesday 24 June. The event will give...

Showcase for Scotland’s strengths globally

Over 100 international buyers have descended on Edinburgh as part of Scotland Food & Drink's 'Showcasing Scotland 2024' event.

Last chance for vital refresher training

Personal licence holders who gained their licence when laws changed in 2009 must do top-up training by end of this month Slow uptake leads to...

Hoxton has high spirits

Hoxton Drinks has revitalised its range of premium spirits with a brand new look as well as three new additions to its line-up.
The new vape industry code of conduct tackles the appeal of disposables to youths.

Vape industry sets out code of conduct

The UK vape industry has launched a new code of conduct – backed by major players from across the category – that seeks to address the issues centred on youth vapers.

Highland Spring brings the eco route to entice shoppers

Shouting out about the environmental benefits of brands will help entice more convenience consumers, according to Highland Spring.

Westminster follows Holyrood on vaping consultations

WESTMINSTER has followed the Scottish Government’s lead by looking into controlling the sale of vaping products. The Department of Health has launched a consultation on...

Mars Wrigley aims to help consumers to find the sweets

Chocolate and other treats remain recession proof and Mars Wrigley aims to make the most of this by advising retailers to keep the range simple.

Take it to the limit

Limited editions, new flavours, pack sizes, promotions and PMPs are all part of the plan to generate excitement for the UK’s biggest chocolate brands...

Flower Farm is spreading the word

Palm-oil free spread The Flower Farm is on a mission to save the planet's rainforests by highlighting the impact harvesting palm oil has on Earth.

Battle of the Borders

IT was 46 years ago that Glasgow-born retailer George McCusker moved to Hawick, then the centre of Scotland’s knitwear industry. Looking back, he remembers the...

Circularity Scotland staff launch compensation bid

Taxpayers could be footing the bill on a compensation bid from Circularity Scotland staff after the defunct firm failed to inform them of their dismissal.
RUSTLERS Noodles Pot Snacks are the latest addition to the Kepak Convenience Foods portfolio.

Rustling up some hot noodles

RUSTLERS Noodles Pot Snacks are the latest addition to the Kepak Convenience Foods portfolio. Kepak reckons, drawing on Kantar data to 20 January 2013,...

Cadbury counts down to Christmas

Mondelez International has unveiled its range for the festive season this year with a selection of Cadbury goodies for consumers to sink their teeth into.

Return system under attack

‘Not the right solution’ to our litter problem? A proposal to recycle drinks containers through Scottish retail outlets has come in for further criticism this...