The convenience channel year in review
Rising costs, government interference and a crime wave – it’s fair to say that retailers have had more than their fair share of difficulties to contend with during the course of 2023.
Booker posts 3.5% increase
THE Booker cash & carry group had a good second quarter, posting a 3.5% increase in like-for-like sales. Non-tobacco sales were up by 6.9%,...
Supermarket’s £1.5bn locals
Giant grocer says c-store revenue is growing 17% year on year and plans to open two shops a week in next 12 months
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Papers added to the 25 – Golden Virginia launch
IMPERIAL Tobacco has launched its roll-your-own tobaccos Golden Virginia Classic and GV Smooth in new 25g packs with cut-corner cigarette papers.
The firm said the...
Poorest food result in 16 years
THERE was no let up in the tough market for food and drink in Scotland in July in figures from the Scottish Retail Consortium/KPMG...
Sweets brand aims for older tastes
CONFECTIONERY brand Skittles is aiming older with its latest launch.
New Skittles Wild Berry is designed to appeal to young adults who are older than...
Staff need support through bills crisis
Harriet Gray, Employment Associate in the People, Reward and Mobility team at Dentons UK and Middle East LLP, discusses employee wellbeing and productivity.
Cashback milestone
PAYPOINT’S Counter Cash service has hit a major milestone, with the network now comprising more than 2,000 stores.
Flower Farm is spreading the word
Palm-oil free spread The Flower Farm is on a mission to save the planet's rainforests by highlighting the impact harvesting palm oil has on Earth.
Browser treatment for Jisp retail app
Jisp has launched an online version of its retail app aimed at the independent retail channel.
Scottish Grocer Awards 2018: Gearing up for the big night
THE biggest night of the year for the Scottish convenience retailing industry, the Scottish Grocer Awards, is just a few weeks away.
Mars takes one for the team
MARS Chocolate is ensuring it’s ready for World Cup big nights in with a five-brand souvenir tin of sharing sizes, to be launched this...
Employee theft moves up the list – Security focus
ARE stores seriously affected by criminal activity carried out by staff?
A study published recently by consultancy firm Retail Knowledge, sponsored by a cash security...
UEFA Euro 2024 build-up – Taylors Snacks
Scottish Grocer highlights brands and convenience channel operators which are celebrating the UEFA Euro 2024 football tournament.
Local role at Scotmid
SCOTMID has appointed a new local sourcing manager.
More choice in Mexican pocket
World foods brand, Old El Paso has added a Smoky BBQ version to its tortilla pockets range.
