Plain packs bill in 18 months
THE Scottish Government plans to press ahead with its own legislation to introduce standardised packaging on tobacco products.
Christmas Brits set for £19bn food bill
UK shoppers are expected to spend £19bn on food and drink this festive season, according to industry group IGD.
That would be a 3.9% increase...
Scottish youth vape sales shock
Trading Standards Scotland officers say one in five Scottish retailers have been found willing to sell vapes to under-18s and there are now calls for a crackdown.
Nisa retailers are chilling out
Growth for c-stores who focus on fresh .
Aldi breaks into top four
ALDI has toppled Morrisons to become the fourth biggest grocery retailer in the UK.
Rise in retail crime is costing billions
The latest crime report from the British Retail Consortium (BRC) paints a worrying picture, with retailers and store staff frequently facing threats, abuse and assault
Galloway supports FareShare with grate project
Galloway Cheddar has worked alongside FareShare to help tackle food insecurity and loneliness with help from Scotland's national chef Gary Maclean.
Iceland in reality TV push
FROZEN food retailer Iceland has its own mini reality TV series running as part of a major ads push.
The group delivered shopping to three...
UK votes for the top gin brand
Premium gin brand Whitley Neill has been voted as the number one gin brand in the UK, according to a new survey from Sevanta Brandvue.
Edrington and Beam Suntory to split ways
Leading spirits firms Edrington UK and Beam Suntory are set to end their UK distribution partnership next year as they look to focus on their own portfolios.
The Convenience Guide Scotland 2022/23
Insights from top brands, suppliers and experts should stand Scottish retailers in good stead as the convenience channel continues to evolve
Indulgent expansion
PROVIDING high-quality everyday indulgence is at the heart of the chocolate business of Mackie’s of Scotland, says the firm.
Mackie’s chocolate is now made in...
Beast of a promotion on Golden Wonder packs
The Tayto Group's new promotion across Golden Wonder Transform-A-Snack offers consumers the chance to Transform their holiday destination this year.
Illegal tobacco haul in Aberdeen raid
Nearly 300 illicit nicotine products have been seized from two stores in the Aberdeen area by the Trading Standards Scotland team.
Duo smash a personal best
MACKIE’S of Scotland workers Deirdre Henderson and Louise Hunter have been busy as bees, smashing a honeycomb making record at the Aberdeenshire farm business.
You caramel be serious about Terry’s new Chocolate Ball!
Terry’s caramel be serious with its new Chocolate Caramel Ball
