SG interview: Richard Walker, Iceland
Iceland boss takes aim at plastic waste
Clean country in the bag
THE Scottish Grocers Federation is encouraging retailers to use the proceeds from carrier bag charges to help tackle litter, after president Abdul Majid signed...
Sales up but like-for-likes down at Booker
GROUP sales for the 12 weeks to 25 March at Booker, including the contribution from its acquired Londis and Budgens operations, rose by 10.6%...
KP Snacks focuses on meal deal opportunities
Weekday lunchtimes remain key periods for retailers to drive up sales from consumers eating on the go and, here, KP Snacks and Country Choice provide some insights.
Cuppa-crazy Scots still a nation of tea folk
Tea is still Scotland’s favourite hot drink, Black tea down while green and decaff grow
DESPITE the allure of coffee and the health benefits of...
A Bella-deal for The Co-op
WELLIES and pop-up tents are the order of the day for the Co-op this month thanks to a partnership with Belladrum Tartan Heart festival.
The...
Academics call for warnings
But retail and industry groups slam professors’ call for blanket drinks curbs
HEALTH warnings on beer cans and wine bottles could be on the cards...
Scottish winner for Spar Frozen Fortunes
Spar has unveiled the lucky shoppers who have grabbed the £10,000 Frozen Fortunes grand prize, with the Scottish winner invited to Spar Renfrew to receive a cheque.
50p MUP confirmed
ScotGov settles on original price proposal
THE minimum price for one unit of alcohol in Scotland will be 50pm from 1 May, Scottish Government health...
Sweet deal for NFRN
THE NFRN has launched its biggest ever buy one, get one free initiative with Booker.
Michelle McManus set to sparkle at Scottish Grocer’s 2025 awards
The Scottish Grocer is delighted to announce that the host of the Scottish Grocer Awards 2025 is Scottish music star and TV presenter, Michelle McManus.
Shoplifting in Scotland sees a 25% rise
The Scottish Government has reported shoplifting in Scotland has risen by a quarter in the last year, leaving store owners burdened and dismayed.
Johnson joins Spar
SPAR UK has appointed Lee Johnson as operations and strategy director
Cigars can be your Christmas cracker
Brands and format choice stars of the season
This year’s Scottish Grocer Awards host will be…
We are delighted to announce that this year’s Scottish Grocer Awards host will be…
Business as usual say tobacco firms
BACK in June, just a few months into the tobacco display ban, Scottish Grocer found that some Scottish retailers had spotted opportunities to manage...
