Scotland’s Top Alcohol Brands: No.2 The Famous Grouse
Spotlight on The Famous Grouse, the No. 2 Scottish alcohol brand of 2022.
C-stores love local
SOME of the biggest names in Scottish convenience retailing have joined the Scotland Loves Local initiative, as it rolls out across the country.
Scotmid, Spar...
Vape group calls for a VAT cut
The UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) has called on the UK Government to consider reducing VAT on vape products in a bid to curb smoking.
Crime surge revealed
The British Retail Consortium has reported a rise in retail crime figures to a rate higher than that of pre-pandemic times.
Simon Howie brings a hairy twist to Burns Night fundraising
Simon Howie's challenge to raise funds for SAMH
PERTHSHIRE butchery brand Simon Howie has given Burns Night a hairy twist this January as it has...
Glenmorangie offers eastern flavours
Capturing the sensory wonders of Tokyo in a bottle
ROSSSHIRE-based distillery Glenmorangie has delivered a unique taste of Japan with the launch of its latest...
Research finds e-cigs users up
THE percentage of people in Britain who use e-cigarettes or vaping products has edged up to almost 7%, a result that is well ahead...
SGF issues new advice on nicotine pouches compliance
The SGF has warned retailers across Scotland to remain vigilant about illegal nicotine pouches that have been circulating across retail channels as of late.
Jacqui just the job at Chivas
A SUMMER holiday job that carried on has led to Jacqui Farquhar becoming Chivas Brothers’ longest serving female employee.
Jacqui, originally from the isle of...
Nisa lands its new chief
RETAILER-OWNED wholesaler and symbol group Nisa has a new chief executive officer.
Nick Read, who was group customer service director with travel firm Thomas Cook,...
Andy Murray makes a visit to Walker’s Shortbread factory
Former tennis ace Andy Murray has paid a surprise visit to the Walker's Shortbread factory in Aberlour, learning more about the brand and meeting employees.
New president at Scotmid
HARRY Cairney has been elected president of Scotmid Co-operative. His appointment follows the death of Hollis Smallman in February; he was acting president during...
Dark days ahead
LARGE stores in Scotland have been hiding tobacco products for more than a year. And in around 10 months time, on 6 April 2015,...
Taylors Snacks boss inspired by amazing Grace
The managing director of Taylors Snacks has told how he's been inspired by a 10-year-old girl's plea to make the firm's Haggis & Cracked Black Pepper crisps available all year round.
Activities to aid charity
ONE Stop has spent the summer supporting vulnerable families through its partnership with FareShare.
Scottish Grocer Awards 2024 review
The Scottish Grocer Awards 2024 saw members of the retail sector gather to celebrate the best in the world of convenience.









































