Booker buys Londis and Budgens
WHOLESALER and symbol group owner is to buy symbol group Londis and its sister retail chain south of the border Budgens in a deal worth...
Sales continue slow rise
TOTAL sales in Scotland were down by 3.0% in June compared to the same month in 2019, when they had decreased by 2.3%, according to the latest figures from the Scottish Retail Consortium.
Inflation spikes upwards to 4.1%
The rate of inflation has risen to its highest rate in 2025 so far as the ONS reports the CPIH number increased to 4.1% in April.
Screens secure spend
EPOS provider The Retail Data Partnership (TRDP) has been heralding strong results for its MediaMaster Screen service
Ready for bake off
A tempting in-store bakery display could boost passion for pastry
Bread brand is still the chosen one
THREE of the top five most frequently bought brands in the UK are bread. And Warburtons has topped the most chosen brand list for...
Mackie’s record its highest ever turnover
Mackie's of Scotland has recorded its highest turnover results ever thanks to its new listings, strong marketing campaign and the warmer weather.
Craft ale from whisky town
THE latest part of Scotland to hit the craft beer trail is the famous whisky town of Keith in Banffshire, where the Keith Brewery...
The seasonal premium
PREMIUMISATION is the big word on the lips of many a spirits company, at present. In a time of economic challenges many consumers change...
Checkout donations at Tesco
Tesco customers have been chipping in to support health charities, through a self-service till mechanic.
Iceland to axe plastic packs
FROZEN food specialist Iceland has committed to removing plastic packaging from all of its own-brand products by the end of 2023.
United Wholesale Scotland acquires Time Wholesale Services London depot
United Wholesale Scotland has announced its first venture south of the border with the purchase of Time Wholesale Service's London depot.
Makeover for Mace
Costcutter has unveiled a brand new look for its Mace fascia brand
Food sales in festive boost
STRONG demand for Christmas food and drink gave Scotland’s food retail industry a boost at the end of 2015, with the best performance in...
Investing in apprentices
The Co-op has launched a new initiative designed to improve employment opportunities for under-represented groups.
Agents welcome Sunday rise
PRICE rises at the Sunday Mirror and Sunday People have been welcomed by the National Federation of Retail Newsagents (NFRN). Both titles went up...
