Scotland’s top brands: 1. Irn-Bru
Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home food and drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brand No.1 – Irn-Bru.
Time to put health on promotion
Since 2004 the Scottish Grocers Federation Healthy Living Programme has been working with local retailers to boost sales of fruit and vegetables and other...
Provide options across cigars
The cigar category offers convenience store retailers plenty of chances to bring in some extra sales, reckons Scandinavian Tobacco Group.
In a world of EPOSsibilities
Retailers and manufacturers explain why a good EPOS system is essential to the running of a convenience store.
NOT all EPOS systems are created equal,...
PMP solutions for snack times
Making the most out of your store’s PMP snacks section means offering a variety of options to suit consumers’ different shopping missions, say both KP Snacks and Rose Marketing.
Plain packs go-ahead
But tobacco giant to appeal court OK for standardised packaging
THE UK has moved closer to a regime of standardised packaging for tobacco products, where...
Industry warns against Budget rises
Five industry bodies have written to the chancellor ahead of the Spring Budget, warning against an above-inflation rise to England's business rates.
June food sales shine
Value edges up despite continuing price deflation
AFTER months of near relentless decline the value of sales of food in Scotland increased in June compared...
Win a taste of the summer with Irn-Bru
Three lucky retailers are set to win three cases of both of the new Irn-Bru Xtra summer edition flavours which are set to launch later this month.
Safe and sound
Winner:Â Day-Today, Maryhill Rd, Glasgow
Responsible Retailer of the Year 2016Â sponsored by Imperial Tobacco UK
Interview with Mani Dhesi, owner.
Winner details
Store size: 1200 sq ft
Symbol: Day-Today
Period at...
Spar Scotland retailers who put community first
Long-standing Spar Scotland independent operators Susan Hutchison and son Ryan have been sharing insights into what makes their business so successful.
Confectionery gifting options for youngsters
Bosses at World of Sweets have been highlighting why the firm's offerings based on Nickelodeon TV show characters make ideal gifts for children.
Premier Mo’s no more
Mo and Roxy Razzaq have announced they are leaving Premier Mo’s Convenience Store.
After nearly three decades behind the counter, during which they have received...
Cadbury celebrates 200 years of providing treats
As Cadbury celebrates its 200th anniversary, Mondelēz International explains why the chocolate brand is ideal for meeting indulgent big night in shopping missions.
Labelled responsibly
ADVICE from the UK’s four chief medical officers on the intake of alcohol is reflected in new labelling revealed by the Scottish Retail Consortium.
As...
