Food and drink inflation projected to reach a new high
The Food and Drink Federation has forecasted that food and drink inflation will hit a new high of 5.7% by the end of 2025.
Cautious praise for government
THE Petrol Retailers Association has welcomed the UK Government’s announcement that it will ban sales of new petrol and diesel cars from 2040.
The association...
Olbas prepares parents for cold season
Decongestant brand Olbas has recommended retailer to stay well-stocked on its range of winter remedy options to support parents during the flu season.
Mixed fortunes at supermarkets
As the crucial Christmas trading period approaches, the UK’s grocery market continues to experience sluggish sales growth.
Get ready for the top shop honours
Entries for the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023 are now open and we want to see what the very best the Scottish convenience channel has to offer!
Government begins crackdown on youth vaping
The UK Government has set out its intentions to crack down on the illegal sales of vaping devices to under 18s with a new review.
Sipping on a gin by the bay
Dunnet Bay Distillery goes from strength to strength .
Express service – Vodka update
HOW do you give Britain’s biggest-selling vodka a boost? Earlier this year drinks giant Diageo ensured its massive brand Smirnoff stayed full of beans...
Lottery operator Allwyn says ‘Thank You’
Lottery operator Allwyn has launched a special competition just for National Lottery retailers to thank them for their support, and particularly for their understanding...
Make the best of the bag charge
IT’S too soon to gauge the impact of the Scottish Government’s carrier bag charge, introduced in October, but it is hoped that by the...
Fox’s plots a new future
MIX one conversationally very confident panda, £10m worth of marketing support, a new umbrella branding strategy, a catchline that’s designed – in more ways...
Barista Barr app launches across Spar stores
Dundee wholesaler CJ Lang & Son has rolled out a new loyalty app across its Spar Scotland store estate with the new My Barista Bar Rewards+ app.
Good weather boosts sales
THREE days of hot weather in April helped UK supermarket sales jump 11% year-on-year but that wasn’t enough to offset the pervious three weeks of poor weather
Get a share of sharing trend
SHARING and treating occasions have people reaching for treat bags and pouches more often these days
Prep House in Scottish business drive
A leading provider of high-quality sauces, dips and gravies – Prep House – has set up an exclusive partnership with wholesaler Fife Creamery in order to expand its business in Scotland.
Nisa relaunches its Community Champions initiative
The returning initiative will recognise different stores each month
Nisa charity Making a Difference Locally has relaunched its Community Champions initiative, offering retailers the chance...
