Value on parade with Spar Scotland
CJ Lang chief executive Colin McLean sets out the benefits of running a store under the Spar Scotland symbol in Scotland the support the group offers.
Play staff discipline issues by the book
NO-ONE likes having to discipline a member of staff, but disciplinary and dismissal issues are some of the most frequent enquiries we receive at...
Easier bag-packing at the checkout
THE company behind Trolley Bags is making a push to reach convenience retailers in Scotland as its company expands.
The product – a system of...
Nisa posts £3m loss
Mutually-owned buying group Nisa has announced the first annual loss in its history after a year in which it lost its biggest customer and ...
A taste of the curious
Edinburgh based sour beer makers Vault City Brewing has found the top ten cities most likely to try new flavours across the alcohol section.
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...
Best man for the job
Bestway Wholesale has appointed Kenton Burchell to the role of trading director, reporting to MD Dawood Pervez
Biggest ever dinner
NISA is gearing up for its biggest ever annual trade show this month after increasing the size of the exhibition
Cleaning up the car wash
Environmental groups step up
A NEW set of guidelines for vehicle washing and cleaning businesses has been produced in a joint partnership between Scottish, Northern...
Princess Royal tours Mackie’s of Scotland facilities
Her Royal Highness Princess Anne visited Mackie's of Scotland's production plant, touring the firm's sustainable production facility.
Rapid tests for staff
Bestway has introduced Lateral Flow Testing (LTF) for Covid-19 across its wholesale business
Living the sweet life
THERE’S one word that comes up time and again when shop owner Jagtar Lalli speaks about his store – “theatre”.
When his family purchased the...
Co-op doubles paid leave to 10 days for pregnancy loss
Co-op doubles paid leave to 10 days for pregnancy loss.
On the hunt for retailers
Motor Fuel Group is on a recruitment drive in Scotland, having successfully completed the purchase of MRH to form the largest independent multiple forecourt operator in the UK .
A time for learning new tricks
There are many good reasons to train staff beyond the legally required minimum. As the New Year approaches and retailers consider what they want...
Unitas unveils Winning with Unitas brand building plan
Wholesale buying group Unitas has unveiled its new Winning with Unitas initiative, offering suppliers a key opportunity to drive up sales with the group's members.
