Convenience is rich with opportunity
Apprentice winner eyes expansion for cake range
Co-op adds DRS to its line up
Deposit return will be making an appearance at one of Scotland’s biggest music festivals this summer .
Knowledge put to good juice
A former supermarket buyer is using his retail expertise to make a success of his new startup drinks company .
Soft bubble goes pop
AG Barr has said that it expects to see sales down by 10% and profits by as much as 20%
A different world
With four convenience stores under her belt, Rifiat Bibi has made her first venture into forecourts with Merlin Park Keystore in Auchinleck. John McNee...
Success celebrated at Scottish Gin Awards
Scotland's booming gin industry was recognised last month at the third annual Scottish Gin Awards.
New deal for postmasters
Late last year the Post Office announced changes to postmaster commission, so what does it mean for c-store retailers?
New Recruits Wanted
COSTCUTTER Supermarkets Group has been pushing the boat out in its bid to recruit more independent retailers.
Vape stores fail age test
TEST purchasing in four cities across Great Britain, including Glasgow and Edinburgh, revealed that two thirds of the country’s vape stores are at risk...
Unitas calls for government support
WHOLESALE buying group Unitas has called for the government to underwrite the debts owed by small businesses.
As part of COVID-19 emergency support measures, retail,...
Manufacturers go extra mile
Scottish firms step up during COVID crisis
Huge growth for c-stores
Convenience stores continue to lead the way when it comes to value sales growth during the coronavirus outbreak
Vape group calls for a VAT cut
The UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) has called on the UK Government to consider reducing VAT on vape products in a bid to curb smoking.
Alcohol Focus Scotland urges label action
Publicaly funded charity Alcohol Focus Scotland (AFS) has called for an alcohol labelling overhaul
Stub out litter bugs
JTI has launched a new scheme aimed at reducing cigarette butt littering.
Stricter rules add pressure
Calls for more support if restrictions tighten
THE return of physical distancing and other protective measures to the retail sector has piled more pressure onto...
