Nisa posts record recruitment
STORES-owned buying group and wholesaler Nisa has reported record recruitment figures. The company said it had brought 245 members operating more than 520 stores...
Competition concern
THE Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into Morrisons’ acquisition of McColls.
Winners of the credit crunch
The tough times have changed the nation’s spending patterns. Mintel’s British Lifestyle’s report shows which products still help move cash through the country’s tills.
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Retail crime still a blight
Retailers, trade unions and politicians have called for more to be done to tackle retail crime, on the first anniversary of the Protection of Workers Act.
Warbies is the chosen one
BREAD brand Warburtons is the UK’s most chosen brand among fast-moving consumer goods, and it heads a first-ever top 10 of the chosen ones...
Spar back with a bang
SPAR Scotland’s first in-person tradeshow in more than two years has been hailed a success with over 800 delegates attending the conference organised by wholesaler and Spar convenience retailer CJ Lang.
May weather lifts the retail mood
Monitor findings show Scottish sales are better than before but still lag behind overall UK performance
SCOTTISH stores reported slow but steady growth throughout May,...
CMA at a loss over profit slur
Forecourt owners have been cleared of profiting from failing to pass on the 5p fuel duty cut that was introduced in March by the Government.
Scottish food and drink fortnight
Scottish food and drink has been highlighted as a potential powerhouse industrial sector for the nation’s future. Next month we all have a chance...
Mackie’s and Caledonian Sleeper launch sweet competition
Mackie's of Scotland and Caledonian Sleeper have teamed up once again to bring consumers the chance to win in a massive giveaway from the firms.
Commission told to freeze NMW
Retailer groups say minimum wage increases have cost jobs and delayed store improvement projects
THE organisations representing independent and convenience sector food and drink retailers...
Scotland’s Top Brands: 20-29
Spotlight on the top Scottish food and drink brands of 2022 from 20-29.
Brands go potty for instant porridge
Ready-to-eat cereal is a staple in many households. But there’s a new kid on the block and it’s growing in the convenience market, offering...
Frozen food offers high quality and value to consumers
Frozen food products are ideal to help consumers during the cost-of-living crisis, according to British Frozen Food Federation chief Ian Stone.
The thrill of the grill
SCOTTISH produce specialist, Scotty Brand, has added Scotch Beef Burgers to its portfolio in time for the al fresco eating season.
There are three varieties,...
Spar UK’s Community Cashback scheme returns
Spar UK has launched its Community Cashback scheme for the second year running, giving retailers the chance to support a local organisation or charity.
