Time for change – Whisky performance
Whisky is booming abroad and brands want to import the export magic
TRAVEL almost anywhere in the world where things are going well economically and...
Government knew about ditched Horizon report
BBC News has reported the 2016 Government knew about a ditched report from the Post Office which could have helped wrongfully accused postmasters.
Shock and grief follow murder of Glasgow shopkeeper
SCOTLAND’S convenience retailing community has reacted with shock and dismay to the murder of Glasgow newsagent Asad Shah.
The 40-year-old was killed - in what...
Give a fair share to FareShare Scotland
Food and drink producers, wholesalers and stores are being urged to make last-minute donations to a special Christmas appeal being run by Scottish Grocer and FareShare Scotland.
Scottish Government and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service launches Firework Safety campaign
New fireworks campaign is launched by the Scottish Government and Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Fini builds UK distribution with new Bestway partnership
Confectionery brand Fini has strengthened its wholesale distribution routes across the UK with new listings across Bestway Wholesale depots.
Scottish high streets are ‘one bad budget’ away from closing
The Scottish Retail Consortium has called on the Scottish Government to announce a business rates discount for retailers in today's Scottush Budget announcement.
International Women’s Day – Philip Morris Limited
Scottish Grocer is highlighting some influential and inspiring women working across convenience retail to celebrate International Women's Day.
Industry critical of business parking tax
PLANS to give Scottish councils the power to charge businesses for parking spaces have come under fire from retail industry stakeholders.
The proposed Workplace Parking...
A thirst for a special offer
Price-marked packs have become the new norm in many product categories in convenience outlets. That’s unlikely to change anytime soon. But there are some...
Home comforts – planned nights in
Stats show consumers are still choosing staying in rather than going out. But retailers say these days a big-night-in strategy has to be about...
Scottish consumers want DRS according to new poll
Over two-thirds of Scots reportedly want to see a full DRS in place to boost recycling in the UK following on from concerns the scheme may be delayed to 2028.
Plea to join war on illicit tobacco trade
Scottish convenience store retailers have been hearing from JTI UK public affairs manager Jamie Sanders why it is important for them to help crack down on illicit tobacco sellers.
Fire up extra BBQ season sales
Savoury snacks firm Tayto Group and salad brand Florette have both been highlighting how convenience retailers can make the most of link-up sales during the barbecue season.
Post Office has launched a new consultation
The Post Office has launched a new consultation inviting postmasters to share their views on the future of the organisation
Looking for retail’s vote
WHICHEVER party – or parties – end up forming the next Westminster Government, the Association of Convenience Stores has produced a guide detailing how...







































