Savoury success
CRISPS are a snack staple in Scotland’s convenience sector and for good reason.
With customers continuing to grab bags when they’re on the go or...
MHouse urges retailers to invest in tech
A savvy approach to tech management will make all the difference for convenience stores across Scotland, helping to aid the shopping experience for customers and improving the sales for retailers, reckons EPOS provider MHouse.
Promotions hit an 11 year low
SPENDING on supermarket promotions has hit its lowest level in 11 years, consumer insight firm Nielsen has revealed, with deals generating 26% of all...
SGF calls for retail support in general election manifesto
The SGF has set up its stall for the General Election as part of its new manifesto which highlights five key areas the next government needs to prioritise.
Playing it cool is not for fools
THERE are few greater pleasures than a cold drink on a hot day, and with the school holidays bringing consumers out of the house,...
Incoming Government urged to crack down on illicit traders
The Association of Convenience Stores has called on the incoming Westminster government to award more funding to HMRC to fight back against illicit trade.
Leading the way over 10 years
Scottish Grocer looks back at the journey Asim and his business has taken, and examines where they – and Scotland’s wholesale industry – are heading next
Going grande with Rio
FOLLOWING the launch of its 330ml PMPs, soft drink brand Rio is further expanding its offer with the roll out of two 500ml PET...
Health focus has helped category
Firms find premium soft drinks in ascendancy
HEALTH has been high on the agenda for the soft drinks category in recent years with producers reformulating...
Business rates review reports
No great overhaul but breathing room for store improvements
THE long awaited results of the Scottish Government review on business rates has been delivered by...
Chilling out in the house
THERE’S plenty of reasons for shoppers to treat themselves this autumn, according to Coppenrath & Wiese.
Mumtaz wins prize at Ignite awards
EDINBURGH c-store operator Mumtaz Ali took the prize as Most Improve Retailer in the 2017 Imperial Tobacco Ignite Awards.
Time to act on impulse?
Shopper Intelligence report highlights importance of price
Final approval for Tesco’s Booker deal
The CMA has ruled in favour of the deal despite competition concerns raised by industry.
Co-op’s Scot push
£28m to be invested in Scotland with new stores.
Setting up for the summer
Firms make their thoughts known
