Spar support for charities
Spar Scotland has launched a new community-focused initiative that will distribute thousands of pounds to good causes
New operator announced for UK DRS
The UK Government has appointed a new operator for the UK deposit return scheme and has tasked the firm to deliver this by October 2027.
14% of indie forecourts close
INDEPENDENT forecourt businesses are closing at a faster rate in Scotland than the rest of Britain, and as a result, the retailers who remain...
At home in the heart of the city – Oaka Supercity
Update: Oaka Supercity was awarded the Innovation Award at the Scottish Grocer Awards 2019. Click here to view their profile video »
With a name...
Forecourt formula
Carronvale Service Station in Larbert is the flagship and test bed forecourt of Certas Energy. Scottish Grocer’s John McNee visited the site and spoke...
Co-ops say cover up or go
THE Co-operative Retail Trading Group has told publishers of lads’ mags to put them in sealed modesty bags or face them being withdrawn from...
Web before you buy shopping soars
ALMOST a third of shoppers are using the internet to find the best grocery deals before they hit the shops, with young consumers and...
BFFF’s new man at the top
JOHN Hyman has been selected to succeed Brian Young as chief executive of the British Frozen Food Federation.
Hyman, described as a highly experienced...
Spar Scotland launches new Healthy Living Programme stands
Symbol group Spar Scotland has expanded on its partnership with the Healthy Living Programme with the roll-out of new dual-branded displays and POS materials.
Convenience in brief | SWA, BRC, Baxters
Scottish Grocer highlights three stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from the Scottish Wholesale Association, British Retail Consortium and Baxters Food Group.
The spirit of giving
KEYSTORE retailers were doing their bit for the community over Christmas, through the return of the symbol’s foodbank drive.
This year also saw the symbol’s...
Change is afoot in symbol sector
Mergers, acquisitions and the collapse of P&H have made their mark on the fascia landscape
Cashback milestone
PAYPOINT’S Counter Cash service has hit a major milestone, with the network now comprising more than 2,000 stores.
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...
Investing in convenience stores ‘will pay off’
Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co believes convenience retail remains a solid sector in which to invest – according to its Business Outlook 2024 report.
Convenience in Brief | Chivas Brothers, BrewDog and Lidl and Miconex news
Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that provide insights to convenience retailers about Chivas Brothers, BrewDog and Lidl and Miconex.
