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...

Royal reception for Wilkie

The royal-ish visitor joined Wilkie, his friends and family and an array of personalities from the dairy and agricultural industries

Retail leads on property values

RETAIL outlets including c-stores and forecourts were among the star performers on the business sales scene last year. And despite a number of challenges...
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New Fascia in Falkirk

Falkirk retailer Anand Cheema has signed on with Bestway and will now trade under the wholesaler’s Costcutter symbol.

Calls for support following poor festive footfall

THE Scottish Retail Consortium has called for the Scottish Government to do more to support the high street, following the publication of dire footfall...
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Asda launches first Scottish ‘On the Move’ store

ASDA has opened its first ‘Asda On the Move’ format store in Scotland. The new forecourt c-store opened its doors at The Centre (formerly...
Jisp's Scan & Save mobile app is being used by more and more c-stores.

Convenience in Brief | Jisp, PGMA and CJ Lang and Spar Scotland news

Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that provide insights to convenience retailers about Jisp, PGMA and CJ Land and Spar Scotland.
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Giving retailers a break

Independent retailers are being given the chance to win an all-expenses-paid weekend break worth £5,000.

Start the year with something special

MORE than a third of the 150 exhibitors at Scotland’s Speciality Food Show in January will be exhibiting at the show for the first...
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Morning eaters taking it easy

BREAKFASTS are changing, as the recessionary habit of eating a hearty meal at home before leaving for work loses its grip as the economy...
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Fast mail up by a third

Post Office has reported a 30% increase in its fast track mail service ‘Drop & Go’ since Covid-19 restrictions were introduced in March
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Investing in beer

BUDWEISER Brewing Group has announced it will be investing millions into two of its distilleries.
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No stopping online sales

ONLINE grocery sales reached record highs, in February, according to the latest figures from data specialists NeilsenIQ and Kantar.
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FM open to vouchers

FIRST Minister Nicola Sturgeon has indicated that Scottish retailers could benefit from a retail voucher programme

Aldi picks up the slack for farmers

DISCOUNT chain Aldi has bought an extra 80 tonnes of Scottish strawberries which the firm said has helped farmers stave off a glut created by a late start to the season this year.
Imperial Brands say retailers need to cater to consumer demands to ensure the gantry remains profitable.

Cater to key trends in nicotine, says Imperial Brands

Key consumer trends will make all the difference in sales and Imperial Brands is out to ensure that all store owners know what this means for the nicotine section.