Pennycook confirmed at Co-op
RICHARD Pennycook has been announced as the new group chief executive of the Co-operative Group.
He was previously interim group chief executive.
The news came as...
Co-op reopens ‘transformed’ Scottish village store
Retail chain Co-op has relaunched its store in the village of Killearn, Stirlingshire, following an eight-week investment programme to "transform" the shop.
Paypoint adds Ukash
ONLINE cash payment provider, Ukash, is teaming up with PayPoint to allow customers to access cash without a debit or credit card.
Up until...
In with the new
Scotmid has continued its expansion across Scotland by opening a new eco-friendly purpose-built convenience store in Drumnadrochit
Record market share for Aldi
While other retailers struggle, Lidl and Aldi continue to flourish .
Belts are tightening
A BLEAK economy is producing meagre retail sales, according to the Scottish Retail Consortium.
Cooking for the weekend
Breakfast could be hot stuff for c-stores, both for take-home purchasers and those eating on the go.
Quoting figures from Nielsen, Kerry Foods says Britons spend...
Superheroes smash record
BUNGEE jumps, head-shaving events and much more all contributed to the record-breaking year when staff and members of Scotmid Co-operative raised £370,000 for blood...
Coke backs DRS
Soft drinks giant signals change of position over potential bottle deposit scheme for Scotland
COCA-COLA has come out in favour of a proposed Deposit Return...
Get cracking for the season
Three months of treat occasions
New legal protection from assault for retail staff
Scottish retailers will have additional legal protection from assault and abuse, following a landmark vote at the Scottish Parliament.
Republic Technologies UK highlights consumer label loyalty
Stocking a recognisable range of brands across tobacco accessories can be a good way for convenience retailers to drive up sales, says Republic Technologies UK.
Hancocks hosts second Sweetest Day
Confectionery wholesaler Hancocks is opening up its doors again for its second Sweetest Day event of the year, promising plenty of sweet deals.
No place for complacency
McCoy’s biggest ever NPD comes during a period of major change for the brand
Falling prices keep the pressure on
As the price of oil continues to tumble John McNee talks to Brian Madderson, chairman of the Petrol Retailers Association, about the impact on...
Spar south meets its match – Cricket tournament
SPAR’S Scottish Guild Cricket Tournament, held in Fife last month, was a landslide for the North team.
The annual friendly event, at Freuchie Cricket Club,...
