Four things to watch in 2022
FLAVOURINGS manufacturer Synergy Flavours has predicted fallout from the Covid pandemic will continue to shape consumer food and drink trends in the new year.
Costcutter rolls out COVID-19 protection package
COSTCUTTER has invested in social distancing equipment and floor signage in a bid to protect its symbol group retailers.
In line with the government’s social...
Scottish budget pushed to January
The Scottish Government has announced it has pushed back the date for the Scottish Budget announcement to January due to the lateness of the UK Autumn Statement.
Retail rings up festive cheer
Not only did a strong week before Christmas see total Scottish sales for December 2016 beat the previous December, it created the strongest rise...
New deli delivers on its potential for store
Premier Broadway retailer Sophie Williams has been explaining to Scottish Grocer how a transformation of the deli counter and till area has boosted sales and footfall.
Tunnock’s offers classic choices for customers
Much-loved Scottish brand Tunnock's puts its success down to understanding what consumers and retailers want – and respecting those wishes.
Chunky mint tops the KitKat vote
THE votes have been counted and the chocoholics’ verdict is in. Chunky Mint is KitKat’s new Chunky Champion and becomes a permanent addition to...
Don’t get caught out by new labelling laws, use MenuCal to track your ingredients
With the rise of the ‘conscious consumer’, it is now more important than ever for customers to know exactly what is in their food and identify potential allergen hazards.
Nature Valley rolls on to screens
General Mills cereal bar brand Nature Valley has appeared on screens across the country as part of its latest marketing campaign.
It’s a sweet deal
Confectionery importer and wholesaler Innovative Bites has acquired Hancocks Holdings in a move which boosts its sales team to more than 150 and expands...
Cultural partners
GRIME artist Skepta has designed his second limited edition bottle for Havana Club 7.
Three key appointments for retail industry
There have been three key appointments that are relevant to the convenience channel, with announcements relating to the Scottish Retail Consortium, Scottish Alcohol Industry Partnership and Greens Retail.
Rising hope on footfall
The Scottish Retail Consortium (SRC) has reported a rise in the latest footfall stats compared to the same time period in 2022.
Don’t rain on the parade
Firms reckon off-sales will go well this summer
IT’S a bit of a cliché to say the Scottish summer is unpredictable, but it’s a cliché...
Finsbury Food Group marks its first new look in a decade
Bakery manufacturer Finsbury Food Group has unveiled first new rebrand in a decade as the firm cements its plans for sustainable growth.
Discover a world of choice with Heineken
Bring the holidays back home this summer with Heineken UK's extensive range of global drinks options, spanning from Spain to Down Under.
