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Scottish Parliament

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.
Daniel Johnson

Retail crime consultation deadline near

RETAILERS only have a short time left to respond to a consultation on a potential Scottish Parliament retail crime bill.
App

An app tailored to retail

The Scottish Grocer Awards 2018 also saw the launch of the new Scottish Grocer app.
Woman shoplifting wine

Crime continues to cost millions

BRC figures reveal a £700m black hole
Kerry Fresh van

Kerryfresh is no more

DELIVERED wholesaler Kerryfresh has entered administration due to ongoing financial pressure and loss of customers.

Bargain Booze owner collapses

Conviviality, the firm behind Bargain Booze, Central Convenience and Matthew Clark, is entering administration

Plenty to chew over

Statement raises questions for retailers

There’s no business like snow business

SCOTTISH supermarkets may have seen a few tussles in the bread aisle this week but, as the wind from Siberia turned the central belt into a Russian postcard, how have Scotland's c-stores got on?
Max Strong is the latest NPD from Walkers, aimed at attracting beer lovers with spicy flavours. Meanwhile, Pipers Crisps Jalepeno & Dill and Sunbites Veggie Harvest are both new products for 2018.

Flavours of the month

A look at what’s new in the world of crisps and snacks
Aryzta display

Ready for bake off

A tempting in-store bakery display could boost passion for pastry
Cows

Rising prices may continue

Prices on the up across category
Nairns mimi cheese carton and bag, and Nature's Finest Pineapple

Snacking better

The question of what constitutes a ‘healthy’ snack is a tough one for shoppers as well as retailers
Dennis and Linda Williams’ Premier Deli concept was introduced to their store in August last year. Their burger and chili chicken noodles are bestsellers.

Going great

Scottish Grocer spoke to two retailing couples who recently invested in food to go and have already seen results
Starting early: the summer sales boost starts in May and can last until October.

Setting up for the summer

Firms make their thoughts known
Penny in sugar

Sugar levy is not too taxing

THE big day is almost here. From 6 April soft drinks with more than 5g of sugar per 100ml – which translates to 16.5g for a 330ml can - will be subject to a sugar tax.
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Springing into action on pack

HIGHLAND Spring is inviting shoppers to get brave as part of its latest on-pack promotion.