Swizzels is set to capitalise on those sweet-toothed, on-the-go, busy consumers.

Swizzels drives the sweeter commuter route

Sweet-toothed shoppers looking for something to munch on while they are out and about should be covered by the selection from Swizzels, the confectioner reckons.
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CJ Lang strengthens supplier relationships

Bosses at CJ Lang & Son have highlighted the strength of its supplier relationships following on from virtual business briefing sessions.

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TOMRA says its RVM machines are ideal for c-stores

Major retailers commit to halve food waste

SOME of the largest retailers and food producers in the UK have signed up to a new commitment to dramatically reduce food waste. Retailers including...

Local pride

Winner: Gerry Haughey, Spar, Main Street, Thornliebank Store Manager of the Year 2015 – sponsored by Tennent’s Interview with Gerry Haughey. Winner details Size: 3,000 sq ft Symbol: Spar Staff: 11 Hours: 6am...
Co-op operations director Kate McRae Graham.

Gift and fuel card solutions for convenience retailers

The Co-op has joined the Scotland Loves Local Gift Card and Town & City Gift Card schemes, while forecourts specialist Suresite Group is working with EPOS supplier ShopMate to create a new fuel cards solution.

Doors are open at Jack’s

Tesco has thrown its hat into the discounter ring with the launch of new store brand, Jack’s
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Pasta a winner in austerity Britain

ARE we on the threshold of an economic recovery? Consumers don’t seem to think so. Research company JWT London, a sister organisation of Kantar Worldpanel,...

Keep your customers Thirsty for More with Pepsi

It’s no secret that the soft drinks market continues to evolve, with consumers eager to try the latest flavours and most innovative drinks. But aside from all the change, one thing has remained the same - cola continues to reign supreme. 

Community responds well to upgraded forecourt

Independent retailer Sai Elaprolu has given his forecourt in Moffat a Spar makeover
Natalie Lightfoot, store owner at Londis Solo Convenience Baillieston, stands wearing a Cheez-It branded jacket with an advert for the brand behind her with a picture of the post for International Women's Day 2025.

International Women’s Day – Londis Solo Convenience Baillieston

Scottish Grocer is highlighting some influential and inspiring women working across convenience retail to celebrate International Women's Day.

Trust the ticket

Studies show shoppers are becoming less willing to pay a premium price for the goods they buy in convenience stores. With supermarkets and discounters...

Charity bolsters team

Industry charity GroceryAid has welcomed three new trustees to its board.
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Virus rocks retail

THE UK is enduring the biggest change to daily life since the Second World War, and Scotland’s retailers are on the front lines.

STG aims to cover the gantries

STG UK is urging retailers to be prepared for new tobacco legislations which are set to come in to force at the start of next year.
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No-deal competition freeze

Supermarket bosses, food and drink producers, and suppliers have called for competition law to be suspended in the event of a 'no-deal' Brexit .