Startup puts buyers closer to suppliers
A Scottish startup has launched a new product discovery platform designed to make buying from suppliers easier .
Putting shops centre stage
WITH Scottish general and local elections just months away, Scotland’s convenience industry representative group the Scottish Grocers Federation has taken its message about the...
New notes in circulation
FOLLOWING the launch of the Bank of England polymer £20 – two new Scottish plastic notes rolled out late last month.
Bestway acquires Dee Bee Wholesale
Major UK wholesaler Bestway Wholesale has announced the acquisition of family-run wholesaler Dee Bee Wholesale as part of its strategic growth plans.
Keep the big night in going year round
Nisha Enterprises reckons it’s range of sweet and savoury brands have something to offer convenience stores all year round
Three face fraud charge
THREE men have been charged after more than four million illicit cigarettes were uncovered in a Glasgow warehouse
Grocery fest to return
GroceryAid has announced that, after a successful inaugural event in 2018, its Barcode Festival will be back next year
Alcohol prices fall in latest ONS inflation data
While month-to-month inflation remained stagnant, alcohol and food costs saw a dip according to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics.
Positive for PayPoint
PAYPOINT has enjoyed another six months of growth
Newspaper supply chain in danger
Trade associations the NFRN and ACS have joined forces to raise concerns about the future of the newspaper supply chain.
Premium spirits boom at Co-op
SALES of premium spirits have been soaring at the Co-op and the mutually owned retailer, which has been busy turning itself into the country’s...
UK Gov plans energy drink ban for under-16s
AGE restrictions on energy drinks sales have moved a step closer to reality, with the UK Government confirming plans to introduce a ban south...
Loch Lomond Group opens the new Luss Distillery
The Loch Lomond Group has opened its new multi-million-pound distillery and visitor experience, Luss Distillery, on the banks of Loch Lomond.
Bestway moves for Sher Bros
Deal gives giant a Glasgow city centre presence
WHOLESALER Bestway has confirmed the takeover of Sher Brothers Cash & Carry Business in Glasgow, for an...
SG interview: Keith Whyte, Mitchells
Mitchells The Dairy Shop and Tearoom shut last month after serving the community for nine decades. Before closing, we spoke to co-owner Keith Whyte.
Lidl pokes fun at Harrison Ford ad following whisky win
Discounter stores firm Lidl has marked its latest award win at the World Whisky Awards 2025 with a new tongue-in-cheek ad for the Ben Bracken Single Malt.
