ACS kicks off campaign on Generational Tobacco Ban
The ACS has kicked off a new informative campaign about the incoming Generational Tobacco Ban, set to come into force in January 2027.
Tragic toll of Post Office Horizon scandal
The human cost of the Post Office Horizon scandal has been laid bare by the widow of a postmaster, who says he died as a direct result of the stress caused by the flawed system.
Good life gin now on sale
THE world’s first social enterprise gin went on sale last month, with the profits going towards supporting disadvantaged young adults.
Ginerosity is a craft gin...
E-cigs group slams train service bans
Major transport companies rule out electronic cigarettes on board as market competition intensifies
THE electronic cigarette market looks set to hot up as one of...
STG aims to cover the gantries
STG UK is urging retailers to be prepared for new tobacco legislations which are set to come in to force at the start of next year.
Loyalty a key ingredient for Brownings the Bakers
Heritage and familiarity of a brand are key factors when it comes to consumer choice in the bakery section – and that is something c-store retailers can capitalise on, says Brownings the Bakers.
New chapter of devolution
Lonsdale said Brexit will herald a “fresh chapter of devolution in the UK”, but suggested these powers shouldn’t be used to disrupt the UK’s internal single market.
Companies lose plain packs battle
The Court of Appeal has dismissed a case brought by some of Britain’s largest tobacco companies over the Westminster Government’s plain packaging rules.
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Yester Farm Dairies rolls out in Scotmid stores
Dairy products firm Yester Farm Dairies has had two of its cheese products hit shelves across Scotmid stores following its Scottish Favourites win.
Aulds retail business in liquidation
SCOTTISH family-owned baker Thomas Auld & Sons Ltd has placed its retail business into liquidation as part of a turnaround plan for the group.
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Long-awaited rates review has arrived
THE long-awaited results of the Scottish Government review on business rates have been delivered, with some changes that could benefit retailers.
We couldn’t do without…
Scottish c-store retailers offer their product and category recommendations for 2016
Asif Akhtar, Premier Smeaton Stores.
Key category of 2015: Basic convenience. Things like bread, milk,...
Express delivers
ASDA has extended its one-hour Express Delivery service to a further 96 stores after a successful trial in its Halifax, Poole, Rotherham, and St Matthews stores in June.
Catering for a garden party
SCOTS love an excuse to get outside and will grab any chance to enjoy the sunshine when it shows up
Cuppa-crazy Scots still a nation of tea folk
Tea is still Scotland’s favourite hot drink, Black tea down while green and decaff grow
DESPITE the allure of coffee and the health benefits of...
Match off-trade demand with BrewDog
BrewDog reckons its new stout variant could be a challenger to the category leader as more consumers seek craft beer options in convenience.
