Scotmid’s high five

Scotmid has revealed the five Scottish producers to win Scotmid Favourite listings.
The IQOS Iluma has overtaken the Marlboro cigarette brand for Philip Morris International.

Philip Morris pushes IQOS ahead of vape ban

Philip Morris Limited has been highlighting the firm's heat-not-burn IQOS Iluma device to convenience retailers ahead of the ban on disposable vapes.
Challenge 25

Challenge 25 success fuels agent crimes

Scotland’s top cop tells licensing board ID requirements haven’t stopped kids’ drinking sessions SCOTTISH retailers’ application of the Challenge 25 requirements of the licensing laws...

Brand, brand, voom

SYMBOL group Spar is continuing its programme to recruit forecourt businesses across the UK with a specialised package that includes Spar-branded fuel. The first...

Michelle McManus set to sparkle at Scottish Grocer’s 2025 awards

The Scottish Grocer is delighted to announce that the host of the Scottish Grocer Awards 2025 is Scottish music star and TV presenter, Michelle McManus.
ATM

Rising demand for cash

Cash machines have seen a hike in withdrawal activity over the past few weeks, according to new data from LINK.
Inverness

Romance lends retailers a hand

FOOD sales, aided by Valentine’s Day, saw Scottish retail sales perform well in February ahead of the disruption caused by snow
Photograph of Liz Truss speaking outside of no 10 downing street

Energy price cap for businesses announced

The new Government Energy Bill Relief Scheme will cap the wholesale component of gas and electricity prices for businesses this winter.
National Lottery resurrects iconic gold hand and “It Could Be You!” strapline

National Lottery resurrects iconic gold hand and ‘It Could Be You!’ strapline

The “It Could Be You!” strapline was first used when the National Lottery was launched in 1994.

Charles Wilson takes Tesco job

BOOKER boss Charles Wilson is to head up Tesco’s UK and Ireland business when the supermarket giant completes its acquisition of the wholesaler next...
Pets are eating better food than their owners, with treats proving particularly recession-proof. UK shoppers spent £239 million on treating their animals in 2012.

It’s a dog’s life and a good life

Petcare becomes key area as dog food sales top £1bn and treats sales soar RECESSION? What recession ask the nation’s dogs, who are enjoying luxury...
The Distell Rewards and Members Scheme

Distell launches new retailer reward scheme

Spirits firm Distell has launched a new loyalty reward scheme for Scotland’s licensed retailers.

It’s a premium opportunity

Pernod Ricard’s Chris Shead talks spirits
Different cigar brands

Cigars can be your Christmas cracker

Brands and format choice stars of the season
Tesco says things are looking up

Tesco makes food share pledge

HOMELESS shelters, breakfast clubs for children and lunch clubs for the elderly are to receive donations as a result of supermarket chain Tesco’s link-up...

Minimum pricing better than tax?

MINIMUM unit pricing or alcohol-content taxation would reduce inequalities in health more than increasing alcohol duty under the current tax system or increasing VAT...