Bestway takes Co-operative chain of pharmacy outlets
CASH & carry chain Bestway Group is buying the Co-operative Group’s pharmacy business for £620m. The keys will change hands in October.
The grocery chain...
Co-op confirms a further three store openings for Scotland
Co-op has announced its plans to open three new stores across Scotland as part of new plans to open 18 stores in the first quarter of 2026.
Crime bill enters next phase
THE quest to provide retail workers with greater protection from violence under the law has entered its next phase.
Call to do more on illicit trade
Geek Bar has urged Trading Standards services across the UK to do more to tackle rogue traders selling illicit disposable vapes.
Feel better profit factor
Scotland’s c-stores are at the heart of the latest national efforts to improve the country’s diet and well being. And these days the healthy...
Solid returns says Scotmid
But Brexit, cost increases and uncertainty mean challenges ahead reckons co-op chief
EDINBURGH-based co-op Scotmid described its performance in the first half of the year...
It’s a free-from fry-up
Quorn suggests its range of meat-free sausages, bacon and sausage patties can appeal to shoppers looking for a nutritious breakfast.
Computer age checks are on trial
In a first for the UK, Asda has launched an automated age verification solution for self-service checkouts on a trial basis.
Fresh perspective
Changes in the mints and gum market suggest people want new and fruity flavours
NEW flavours of gum are tempting people away from buying mints...
‘Epidemic’ of retail violence
A Co-op-funded report into crime against retail workers has found that the level of violence has reached ‘epidemic’ proportions .
Starbucks RTDs says flavours fuel coffee demand
Flavours such as caramel and chocolate have driven ready-to-drink (RTD) chilled coffee, says Arla, the firm behind Starbucks products.
Funds fuel expansion
A SCOTTISH vermouth maker has secured £120,000 worth of investment through a crowd funding campaign.
Tait Bros successfully secured the funds through a campaign for...
Flaming brave for charity
A team of 40 Spar Scotland colleagues braved the flames by taking part in a firewalk for Marie Curie.
Costcutter ready for Co-op
COSTCUTTER has been gearing up for its new supply deal with the Co-op, ahead of the agreement coming into force this April.
Panther M*lk eyes up European expansion
Glasgow-based cocktail brand Panther M*lk has announced new plans to expand its business overseas and enter into the European market in 2025.
Snapping up business
SNAPPY Shopper has secured two major contracts that should see the delivery platform significantly expand its reach
