A big push for vodka
LOCH Lomond Group is spending big on its premium vodka brand Glen’s Platinum Vodka through a seven figure investment.
ScotGov announces disposable vape ban delay
The Scottish Government has confirmed it will delay the incoming ban on disposable vapes to 1 June, falling in line with England and Wales' plans.
Government backs bottle deposit plan
The Scottish Government has announced it plans to introduce a deposit return scheme but it is not clear if this will apply to convenience stores
Trends for the times ahead
Data giant Mintel looks to 2018 and beyond
Mills Milk offers essentials help
Providing essential products and backing that up with social media marketing are key to driving footfall and sales, reckons dairy business Mills Milk.
P&H in administration
Financially beleaguered wholesaler Palmer & Harvey has gone into administration in a collapse which has resulted in the immediate loss of over 2000 jobs.
Starbucks RTDs says flavours fuel coffee demand
Flavours such as caramel and chocolate have driven ready-to-drink (RTD) chilled coffee, says Arla, the firm behind Starbucks products.
Boxing clever for the big day
Boxing clever for the big day
24-hour delivery service arrives in Scotland
Innovative retailer Girish Jeeva is introducing the first 24-hour delivery service from a convenience store in Scotland.
It’s interest free for SMEs
THE Scottish Government is rolling out an interest-free ‘cashback’ loan scheme to help small and medium-sized businesses reduce their carbon footprint.
Win prizes in Doritos Dinamita *shopt promotion
Retailers are in with the chance to bag some cash prizes with the launch of Doritos Dinamita with a new partnership through cash rewards app *shopt.
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.
Convenience in brief | Bestway, SAIP, Co-op
Scottish Grocer highlights three stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Bestway, SAIP and Co-op.
Multiples make a bold merger move
New business aims to cut prices by ten percent
Scotmid Co-op investment pledge
Scotmid Co-op remains committed to investing in its convenience stores despite the tough trading conditions, says chief executive Karen Scott, after the society revealed strong annual results.
SG interview: Barbara Henderson, Lomond
Barbara Henderson is committed to quality and she has her sights set on expanding food to go in Scottish independents
