Responsible vape retailing
JTI has been taking steps to keep disposable vapes out of the hands of children and the firm is calling on retailers to play their part.
Vaping as standard
E-cigarettes and vaping equipment are to have their own product safety standard in a bid to prevent unsafe products being sold in the UK.
The products...
Express plans for convenience
ASDA has announced its ambitious plans to open 300 new Asda Express stores by 2026, creating 10,000 jobs in the process.
Call for action on rates relief
Industry bodies across the Scottish retail sector are urging deputy first minister John Swinney and ScotGov to match the chancellor’s rates help for retailers in England and Wales.
ScotGov urged to support businesses in budget
The SRC has called on MSPs across the entirety of the Scottish Government to collectively agree to pass a pro-business Scottish Budget in December.
Trade groups calls for post-Brexit alignment
Devolution debate has big implications for retail
Scotland’s top brands: 9 & 10
Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home food and drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brands 9 & 10.
Food stars in sales jump
Easter chocolate treats lead the charge as Scottish retail fights off the big March freeze
THE economy appears to be warming up at last, with...
Report finds RBS hurt businesses
Bank squeezed SMEs in wake of financial crisis
Energy drinks take centre stage in stores
Bosses for Monster have been providing evidence for something many Scottish convenience retailers will have realised – energy drinks have gone from being niche to mainstream.
It’s time to have your say on DRS
RETAILERS have an opportunity to weigh in on the future of DRS via an open consultation seeking views on a range of options for...
Growing better snacking habits
When consumer tastes change, producers are quick to create new products that satisfy demand.
Coca-cola makes recycled packaging pledge
COCA-COLA has announced plans to double the amount of recycled plastic in its bottles to 50% by 2020.
The move has been announced as part...
Driving growth with new post
DIFFERENTIATOR Brands has appointed a new UK business development manager.
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.
Food sales see best month
October growth highest of the year to date SRC-KPMG reports
FOOD sales in Scotland were up in October, according to the Scottish Retail Consortium -...
