A packet of Aldi Minger Cheese is set against a red background with a sprig of Mistletoe on top of it.

Kiss a Minger is back in Aldi

Aldi Scotland is encouraging consumers across the country to 'Kiss a Minger' once again this festive season as its Minger cheese is back on shelves.

A real treat for retailers

A number of confectionery firms have highlighted the growth enjoyed by the category over the last few years as evidence that retailers who do not get into the spooky spirit of things could be missing out.
A pack of Indie Bay Snacks Pretzel Thins Lightly Salted is against a blue background with a red mountain range under it and the Indie Bay logo above the pack.

Kestrel Foods acquires Indie Bay Snacks

Kestrel Foods has acquired Indie Bay Snacks from Nurture Brands, building up its portfolio with another award-winning healthier savoury snacking brand.
P&H Trucks

Offers roll in for stricken wholesaler

STRUGGLING wholesaler Palmer & Harvey is reported to have received several takeover bids, as it faces collapse
Shona Robison, cabinet secretary for finance and local government, stands in Scottish Parliament in front of the Scotland flag.

ScotGov urged to support businesses in budget

The SRC has called on MSPs across the entirety of the Scottish Government to collectively agree to pass a pro-business Scottish Budget in December.
grocer-sales-increase

More focus on food price

THE Office for National Statstics has reintroduced detailed analysis on fluctuating food prices, in response to increased interest in the rising cost of living.

Top 10 Scottish Alcohol Brands 2024

Discover the top 10 Scottish alcoholic drink brands in Scotland 2024 A summer of sport saw plenty of brands drive up off-trade promotions and excitement,...
sandwich cooler

Fund for food to go

FOOD to go has gained government support following a commitment by cabinet secretary Fergus Ewing to create a new £250,000 capital investment programme
Scottish c-store owners were among the winners at the first Allwyn Local Retail Champions Awards.

Convenience, consumers and communities win cash

Allwyn has been ensuring that c-store owners as well as consumers can win with them, while Spar Scotland has been celebrating a year of making donations to good causes.

Tackling fake vapes

ALL Geek Bar products are to include leaflets detailing anti-counterfeit measures.
Retailers will be taking to the stage to discuss their real-life experiences of store theft, abuse and violence by shoppers at the SGF Crime Seminar.

Seminar highlights rising crime

Convenience retailers can learn about the best ways to tackle soaring thefts and in-store attacks at the Scottish Grocers’ Federation Crime Seminar next month.
Costcutter Kelty

Costcutter ready for Co-op

COSTCUTTER has been gearing up for its new supply deal with the Co-op, ahead of the agreement coming into force this April.
Natalie Lightfoot, store owner at Londis Solo Convenience Baillieston, stands wearing a Cheez-It branded jacket with an advert for the brand behind her with a picture of the post for International Women's Day 2025.

International Women’s Day – Londis Solo Convenience Baillieston

Scottish Grocer is highlighting some influential and inspiring women working across convenience retail to celebrate International Women's Day.
Edinburgh in snow

There’s no business like snow business

Retailers step up as snow storm hits Scotland
The PRA Forecourt Roadshow Scotland attracts plenty of visitors and trade stands.

PRA Forecourt Roadshow returning to Scotland

Scottish service station retailers can find out all about sector developments at the Petrol Retailers Association (PRA) Forecourt Roadshow later this spring.
RBS branch

Bank closures hit retailers

RETAILERS pulled no punches when giving evidence on the effect of bank branch closures on the convenience sector.