27% of retailers are concerned about employee theft of stock and 14% list employee theft of cash as a concern, according to the Retail Fraud Survey.

Employee theft moves up the list – Security focus

ARE stores seriously affected by criminal activity carried out by staff? A study published recently by consultancy firm Retail Knowledge, sponsored by a cash security...
Bottles of Tomatin 10 Year Old whisky and Tomatin Double Cask whisky stand in front of a wooden barrel with the Tomatin logo on it.

Tomatin expands listings across Booker locations

Highland distillery Tomatin has expanded its listings across Booker locations for its Double Cask expression as its 10 Year Old moves further south.
Rugby Union players Emma Wassell and Sam Skinner both drink from Highland Spring bottles in the middle of Murrayfield Stadium.

Highland Spring champions Scottish Rugby

Scottish bottled water brand Highland Spring has announced a new two-year partnership of Scottish Rugby to encourage healthy hydration through the sport.

Tata teas up big changes

The maker of Tetley tea – Tata Consumer Products (TCP) – has appointed David Atkinson as senior vice-president to head up its UK & Ireland team.
STG UK offers advice to help grow the cigar and cigarillo segments in the store.

Provide options across cigars

The cigar category offers convenience store retailers plenty of chances to bring in some extra sales, reckons Scandinavian Tobacco Group.
Macsween of Edinburgh has donated tonnes of surplus haggis to FareShare.

FareShare help good for planet

The FareShare charity has been explaining how its food help for the poor also prevents waste.

Plenty to chew over

Statement raises questions for retailers

FM seeks disposable vapes ban

Humza Yousaf has announced there will be a consultation on a potential ban on selling single-use disposable vapes following concerns over underage vapers.
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Nisa raises millions

MAKING A Difference Locally (MADL) has made a total of £11m since it was founded in 2008
The Retail Trust

Work and win chance delayed

THE Retail Trust has delayed the launch of its new lottery. Retail Winners, which was due to begin in February, will be open...
Dame Kelly Holmes, Ross Edgley and Sir Chris Hoy celebrate their special relay triathlon success.

Convenience in brief | Talisker, Scotmid and Chivas news

Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Talisker, Scotmid and Chivas Brothers.
Kantar Worldpanel business unit director Mark Thomson

Sweet but slowing

Scots are famous for having a sweet tooth but Kantar Worldpanel’s Mark Thomson’s analysis suggests the nation is after pudding promos THE take-home desserts category,...
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Obesity strategy: retailers react

Scottish Grocer asked a trio of retailers about the proposed obesity consultation paper
Orkney Ice Cream wins product of the year at Scottish Food & Drink Excellence Awards

Orkney Ice Cream, Graham’s and Aldi win at the Scotland Food & Drink Excellence...

Orkney Ice Cream, Graham's and Aldi win at the Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards 2025

BFFF’s new man at the top

JOHN Hyman has been selected to succeed Brian Young as chief executive of the British Frozen Food Federation. Hyman, described as a highly experienced...

Elaine C Smith tops the bill

The Scottish Grocer can reveal the host for the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023 as Elaine C Smith, known for her TV comedy roles and Christmas pantomimes.